What does the cryptic crossword clue "It ought to stop someone getting into a bad habit (5,5)" mean?

The definition is "It ought to stop someone getting into a bad habit". The wordplay uses a cryptic definition. Cryptic definition The answer is DRESSSENSE.

It ought to stop someone getting into a bad habit (5,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29149 | 11 Across | 2023-08-15 flower

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