What does the cryptic crossword clue "Knock over drinks in fit of temper (5)" mean?

The definition is "fit of temper". The wordplay uses a reversal. PORTS (reversal="as in port wine") = STROP; definition: "fit of temper" The answer is STROP.

Knock over drinks in fit of temper (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28950 | 20 Across | 2022-12-26 flower

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