What does the cryptic crossword clue "Puzzle deception set up (8)" mean?

The definition is "Puzzle". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CON (synonym of "deception") + FOUND (synonym of "set up"); definition: "Puzzle" The answer is CONFOUND.

Puzzle deception set up (8)

Guardian Cryptic #27433 | 18 Down | 2018-02-15 flower

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