What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stone for engagement day no girl's sent back (7)" mean?

The definition is "Stone for engagement". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. D (abbreviation of "day") + NO (synonym of "no") + MAID (synonym of "girl's") [reversal: "sent"]; definition: "Stone for engagement" The answer is DIAMOND.

Stone for engagement day no girl's sent back (7)

Times Cryptic #28865 | 24 Across | 2024-03-15 flower

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