What does the cryptic crossword clue "Reversal of dreary practice critical for country (6)" mean?

The definition is "country". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. RUT (synonym of "dreary practice") + KEY (synonym of "critical") [reversal: "Reversal"]; definition: "country" The answer is TURKEY.

Reversal of dreary practice critical for country (6)

Times Cryptic #29008 | 28 Across | 2024-08-29 flower

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