What does the cryptic crossword clue "Mock battle in which the losers are the more decorated? (9)" mean?

The definition is "Mock battle in which the losers are the more decorated?". The wordplay uses a cryptic definition. Cryptic definition The answer is PAINTBALL.

Mock battle in which the losers are the more decorated? (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29495 | 14 Down | 2024-09-23 flower

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