What does the cryptic crossword clue "Crime related to stolen goods receiver (7)" mean?

The definition is "Crime". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OF (synonym="to") + FENCE (synonym="receiver") = OFFENCE; definition: "Crime" The answer is OFFENCE.

Crime related to stolen goods receiver (7)

Times Cryptic #28617 | 12 Across | 2023-05-31 flower

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