What does the cryptic crossword clue "Prone to prosecute, hiding fix (6)" mean?

The definition is "Prone". The wordplay uses charade, container. SUE (synonym of "prosecute,") + PIN (synonym of "fix") [container: "hiding"]; definition: "Prone" The answer is SUPINE.

Prone to prosecute, hiding fix (6)

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