This means worsted, oddly enough! (6)

I believe the answer is:

bested

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'this means worsted' is the definition.
'bested' can be an answer for 'worsted' (I've seen this in another clue). I am unsure of the 'this means' bit.

I cannot understand how the remainder of the clue works.

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(Other definitions for bested that I've seen before include "Defeated or outwitted" , "Worsted" , "Conquered, overcame" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish News.

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