What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hold bishop's attention (4)" mean?

The definition is "Hold". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). B (synonym of "bishop's") + EAR (synonym of "attention"); definition: "Hold" The answer is BEAR.

Hold bishop's attention (4)

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