What does the cryptic crossword clue "Smash hit — actress is most stiff (10)" mean?

The definition is "most stiff". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of HIT + ACTRESS = STARCHIEST; definition: "most stiff" The answer is STARCHIEST.

Smash hit — actress is most stiff (10)

Guardian Cryptic #27910 | 13 Down | 2019-08-27 flower

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