What does the cryptic crossword clue "Principle of not striking? (8)" mean?

The definition is "Principle of not striking?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PACIFISM (synonym of "Principle of not striking?") The answer is PACIFISM.

Principle of not striking? (8)

Guardian Cryptic #26897 | 21 Across | 2016-05-30 flower

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