What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spots city maze complex (6)" mean?

The definition is "Spots". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of MAZE ("maze") [anagram: "complex"] + EC (abbreviation of "city") = ECZEMA; definition: "Spots" The answer is ECZEMA.

Spots city maze complex (6)

Guardian Cryptic #25665 | 12 Across | 2012-06-18 flower

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