Cryptic crossword setter - and a fragrant spice (6)

I believe the answer is:

nutmeg

(Other definitions for nutmeg that I've seen before include "Kernel and girl for a spice" , "Hard seed of tropical tree grated for spice" , "(In soccer) kick the ball between an opponent's legs" , "Hard seed used as seasoning" , "Hard seed of tropical tree ground as spice" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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