What does the cryptic crossword clue "A lesson without principles (6)" mean?

The definition is "without principles". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + MORAL (synonym="lesson") = AMORAL; definition: "without principles" The answer is AMORAL.

A lesson without principles (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16940 | 7 Down | 2022-10-06 flower

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