What does the cryptic crossword clue "Small, standard box? (4)" mean?

The definition is "box". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym of "Small,") + PAR (synonym of "standard"); definition: "box?" The answer is SPAR.

Small, standard box? (4)

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