What does the cryptic crossword clue "Squat where agent keeps spare tyre? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Squat". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). TUM (synonym="spare tyre") in SPY (synonym="agent") = STUMPY; definition: "Squat" The answer is STUMPY.

Squat where agent keeps spare tyre? (6)

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