What does the cryptic crossword clue "Deprive of an ear, working automatically (7)" mean?

The definition is "Deprive". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ROB (synonym="”Deprive”") + OTIC (synonym="”of an ear”") = ROBOTIC The answer is ROBOTIC.

Deprive of an ear, working automatically (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28708 | 5 Across | 2022-03-18 flower

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