What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rail stoppage I back, but not 100% (8)" mean?

The definition is "Rail". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BAN (synonym="stoppage") + I (synonym="I") + STER (synonym="STER") = BANISTER; definition: "Rail" The answer is BANISTER.

Rail stoppage I back, but not 100% (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29396 | 5 Down | 2024-05-30 flower

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