What does the cryptic crossword clue "Degree, blessing for boor (6)" mean?

The definition is "Degree,". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BA (synonym="degree") + BOON (synonym="blessing") = BABOON; definition: "Degree," The answer is BABOON.

Degree, blessing for boor (6)

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