What does the cryptic crossword clue "Parent upset about measure that can be offputting (9)" mean?

The definition is "offputting". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PARENT (synonym="… upset") + ELL (synonym="a former unit of measure of length") = REPELLANT The answer is REPELLANT.

Parent upset about measure that can be offputting (9)

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