What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cover for work by old master (8)" mean?

The definition is "master". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TEMP (synonym="cover for work") + LATE (synonym="old?") = TEMPLATE; definition: "master" The answer is TEMPLATE.

Cover for work by old master (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29062 | 12 Across | 2023-05-05 flower

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