What does the cryptic crossword clue "Detective longed to be apart (8)" mean?

The definition is "apart". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DET (synonym of "Detective") + ACHED (synonym of "longed"); definition: "apart" The answer is DETACHED.

Detective longed to be apart (8)

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