What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bond is topless superhuman (5)" mean?

The definition is "Bond". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. BIONIC (synonym of "superhuman") [beheading: "topless"]; definition: "Bond" The answer is IONIC.

Bond is topless superhuman (5)

Times Cryptic #28586 | 22 Across | 2023-04-25 flower

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