What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spread dissent about record lack of enthusiasm (9)" mean?

The definition is "lack of enthusiasm". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of DISSENT ("dissent") + EP (abbreviation of "record") [anagram: "Spread"] = TEPIDNESS; definition: "lack of enthusiasm" The answer is TEPIDNESS.

Spread dissent about record lack of enthusiasm (9)

Times Cryptic #28865 | 14 Across | 2024-03-15 flower

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