What does the cryptic crossword clue "Neighbour has an objection (4)" mean?

The definition is "Neighbour". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (abbreviation="an") + BUT (synonym="objection") = ABUT; definition: "Neighbour" The answer is ABUT.

Neighbour has an objection (4)

Guardian Cryptic #26906 | 7 Down | 2016-06-09 flower

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