What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ban for writer (9)" mean?

The definition is "Ban". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PRO (synonym of "for") + SCRIBE (synonym of "writer"); definition: "Ban" The answer is PROSCRIBE.

Ban for writer (9)

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