What does the cryptic crossword clue "European bishop, in surprise, leaving West (9)" mean?

The definition is "leaving West". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (synonym of "European") + B (synonym of "bishop,") + ASTOUND (synonym of "surprise,"); definition: "leaving West" The answer is EASTBOUND.

European bishop, in surprise, leaving West (9)

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