What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sex before church is a sin (4)" mean?

The definition is "sin". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). VI (synonym="sex – 6 in Latin") + CE (synonym="Church of England") = VICE; definition: "a sin" The answer is VICE.

Sex before church is a sin (4)

Times Cryptic #28778 | 23 Across | 2023-12-05 flower

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