What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sticks up for superior (4)" mean?

The definition is "Sticks". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of GUMS (synonym of "Sticks") [reversal: "up"]; definition: "superior" The answer is SMUG.

Sticks up for superior (4)

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