What does the cryptic crossword clue "Run out of pictures to back (5)" mean?

The definition is "Run". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. EX (synonym of "out of") + ART (synonym of "pictures") [reversal: "to"]; definition: "Run" The answer is EXTRA.

Run out of pictures to back (5)

Guardian Cryptic #21796 | 21 Across | 2000-01-17 flower

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