What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rank new material (5)" mean?

The definition is "material". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LINE (synonym="Rank") + N (abbreviation="new") = LINEN; definition: "material" The answer is LINEN.

Rank new material (5)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16271 | 13 Across | 2020-03-13 flower

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