What does the cryptic crossword clue "Charge for conflict diamonds? (4)" mean?

The definition is "Charge". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). WAR (synonym of "conflict") + D (synonym of "diamonds?"); definition: "Charge" The answer is WARD.

Charge for conflict diamonds? (4)

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