What does the cryptic crossword clue "Scion temporarily unattracted to sporting expedition (8)" mean?

The definition is "Scion". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OFF (synonym="OFF") + SHOOT (synonym="SHOOT") = OFFSHOOT; definition: "Scion" The answer is OFFSHOOT.

Scion temporarily unattracted to sporting expedition (8)

Times Cryptic #28771 | 21 Across | 2023-11-27 flower

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