What does the cryptic crossword clue "Topless experience in bar is heavily criticised (7)" mean?

The definition is "criticised". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). ASTE (synonym="experience") in ROD (synonym="bar") = ROASTED; definition: "criticised" The answer is ROASTED.

Topless experience in bar is heavily criticised (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29131 | 13 Across | 2023-07-25 flower

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