What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spinner reported creases on pitch surface (15)" mean?

The definition is "Spinner". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). RUMPELS ( sounds like [reported] RUMPLES [creases]) + TILT (lean over; pitch) + SKIN (surface) The answer is RUMPELSTILTSKIN.

Spinner reported creases on pitch surface (15)

Independent Cryptic #11700 | 3 Down | 2024-04-10 flower

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