What does the cryptic crossword clue "Perform improperly with paste, hiding diamonds (5)" mean?

The definition is "Perform improperly". The wordplay uses charade, container. MISO (synonym of "paste,") + D (synonym of "diamonds") [container: "hiding"]; definition: "Perform improperly" The answer is MISDO.

Perform improperly with paste, hiding diamonds (5)

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