What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cheated and went first after second turn (8)" mean?

The definition is "turn". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym="second") + WIND (synonym="turn") + LED (synonym="went first") = SWINDLED The answer is SWINDLED.

Cheated and went first after second turn (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29377 | 9 Across | 2024-05-08 flower

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