What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nothing but diamonds is right (7)" mean?

The definition is "right". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). JUST (synonym="but") + ICE (synonym="diamonds") = JUSTICE; definition: "right" The answer is JUSTICE.

Nothing but diamonds is right (7)

Guardian Cryptic #22586 | 5 Across | 2002-07-31 flower

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