What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tough on backside for traveller (7)" mean?

The definition is "traveller". The wordplay uses a reversal. PIL (synonym="PIL") + GRIM (synonym="”tough”") = PILGRIM; definition: "traveller" The answer is PILGRIM.

Tough on backside for traveller (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29316 | 28 Across | 2024-02-27 flower

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