What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stick insect tore about, the clever chap (6,9)" mean?

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What is the answer to "Stick insect tore about, the clever chap (6,9)"?

The answer is ROCKET SCIENTIST.

Stick insect tore about, the clever chap (6,9)

Times Cryptic #27638 | 10 Across | 2020-04-14 flower

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