What does the cryptic crossword clue "Truss, for example, in place contorted with pain (9)" mean?

The definition is "Truss, for example,". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PLACE + PAIN = APPLIANCE; definition: "Truss, for example," The answer is APPLIANCE.

Truss, for example, in place contorted with pain (9)

Guardian Cryptic #28256 | 15 Across | 2020-10-05 flower

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