What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bishop without polish (8)" mean?

The definition is "polish". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). B (synonym of "Bishop") + LACKING (synonym of "without"); definition: "polish" The answer is BLACKING.

Bishop without polish (8)

Guardian Cryptic #22076 | 18 Down | 2000-12-08 flower

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