What does the cryptic crossword clue "Blame a financial centre for greed (8)" mean?

The definition is "greed". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of A ("a") + RAP (synonym of "Blame") + CITY (synonym of "financial centre") = RAPACITY; definition: "greed" The answer is RAPACITY.

Blame a financial centre for greed (8)

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