What does the cryptic crossword clue "Revolution bites back (4)" mean?

The definition is "Revolution". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of NIPS (synonym of "bites") [reversal: "back"]; definition: "Revolution" The answer is Spin.

Revolution bites back (4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3117 | 25 Across | 2021-07-18 flower

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