What does the cryptic crossword clue "That man behind alto, when sozzled, can't stand (6)" mean?

The definition is "can’t stand". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of ALTO (synonym="ALTO") + HE (synonym="that man.") = LOATHE; definition: "can't stand" The answer is LOATHE.

That man behind alto, when sozzled, can't stand (6)

Times Cryptic #29133 | 11 Across | 2025-01-22 flower

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