What does the cryptic crossword clue "Smart black vessel (4)" mean?

The definition is "Smart". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). B (abbreviation="black") + URN (synonym="vessel") = BURN; definition: "Smart" The answer is BURN.

Smart black vessel (4)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16939 | 11 Down | 2022-10-05 flower

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