What does the cryptic crossword clue "Not obstructed, but having picnic stolen? (10)" mean?

The definition is "Not obstructed". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). UN (synonym="UN") + HAMPERED (synonym="HAMPERED") = UNHAMPERED The answer is UNHAMPERED.

Not obstructed, but having picnic stolen? (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29244 | 18 Across | 2023-12-04 flower

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