What does the cryptic crossword clue "Right for salesman to be on the counter (6)" mean?

The definition is "Right". The wordplay uses a reversal. PRO (synonym="for/as opposed to “con”/against") + REP (reversal="short for “representative”, a salesman") = PROPER; definition: "Right" The answer is PROPER.

Right for salesman to be on the counter (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29372 | 10 Across | 2024-05-02 flower

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