What does the cryptic crossword clue "Boss cancelled leave (4,3)" mean?

The definition is "leave". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HEAD (synonym of "Boss") + OFF (synonym of "cancelled"); definition: "leave" The answer is Head off.

Boss cancelled leave (4,3)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3146 | 8 Across | 2022-02-06 flower

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