What does the cryptic crossword clue "Landmark shows one particular curve (6)" mean?

The definition is "Landmark". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). I (abbreviation="one") + CONIC (synonym="curve") = ICONIC; definition: "Landmark" The answer is ICONIC.

Landmark shows one particular curve (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29048 | 9 Across | 2023-04-19 flower

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