What does the cryptic crossword clue "Second small cap went astray again (8)" mean?

The definition is "went astray again". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BACK (synonym of "Second") + S (synonym of "small") + LID (synonym of "cap"); definition: "went astray again" The answer is BACKSLID.

Second small cap went astray again (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29079 | 5 Across | 2023-05-25 flower

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