What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bishop endured being cursed (7)" mean?

The definition is "cursed". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). B (synonym of "Bishop") + LASTED (synonym of "endured"); definition: "cursed" The answer is BLASTED.

Bishop endured being cursed (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29172 | 17 Across | 2023-09-11 flower

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