What does the cryptic crossword clue "Local team in tears, mostly (8)" mean?

The definition is "Local". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). SIDE (synonym="team") in RENT (synonym="RENT") = RESIDENT; definition: "Local" The answer is RESIDENT.

Local team in tears, mostly (8)

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