What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cigars with revolutionary origins (8)" mean?

The definition is "Cigars". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CHE (synonym of "revolutionary") + ROOTS (synonym of "origins"); definition: "Cigars" The answer is CHEROOTS.

Cigars with revolutionary origins (8)

Guardian Cryptic #22076 | 14 Across | 2000-12-08 flower

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