What does the cryptic crossword clue "Time to stop payment for experimental substance (7)" mean?

The definition is "experimental substance". The wordplay uses a hidden word. AGE (synonym="time") in RENT (synonym="payment") = REAGENT; definition: "experimental substance" The answer is REAGENT.

Time to stop payment for experimental substance (7)

Times Cryptic #28697 | 14 Across | 2023-09-01 flower

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