What does the cryptic crossword clue "People adding padding help trousers’ alteration (12)" mean?

The definition is "People adding padding". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of HELP (synonym="HELP") + TROUSERS (synonym="TROUSERS") = UPHOLSTERERS The answer is UPHOLSTERERS.

People adding padding help trousers’ alteration (12)

Guardian Cryptic #29377 | 18 Across | 2024-05-08 flower

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