What does the cryptic crossword clue "One gathering fabric has pain after exercise (7,6)" mean?

The definition is "One gathering fabric". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RUNNING (synonym="RUNNING") + STITCH (synonym="STITCH") = RUNNING STITCH; definition: "One gathering fabric" The answer is RUNNING STITCH.

One gathering fabric has pain after exercise (7,6)

Times Cryptic #28627 | 10 Down | 2023-06-12 flower

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