What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wicked spinner with Kent is still upset by cut (15)" mean?

The definition is "Wicked spinner". The wordplay uses an anagram. RUMP (synonym="‘cut’ of beef, say") + ELSTILTSKIN (synonym="ELSTILTSKIN") = RUMPELSTILTSKIN; definition: "Wicked spinner" The answer is RUMPELSTILTSKIN.

Wicked spinner with Kent is still upset by cut (15)

Guardian Cryptic #29348 | 16 Across | 2024-04-04 flower

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