What does the cryptic crossword clue "Search for Cockney over — abandoned? (8)" mean?

The definition is "abandoned?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). UNT (synonym="search for, minus the aitch") + ENDED (synonym="over") = UNTENDED; definition: "— abandoned?" The answer is UNTENDED.

Search for Cockney over — abandoned? (8)

Times Cryptic #28565 | 21 Across | 2023-03-31 flower

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