What does the cryptic crossword clue "Politician rested in bed with illness (9)" mean?

The definition is "illness". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MP (synonym of "Politician") + LAIN (synonym of "rested") + COT (synonym of "bed"); definition: "illness" The answer is COMPLAINT.

Politician rested in bed with illness (9)

Guardian Cryptic #27692 | 17 Across | 2018-12-14 flower

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