What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stop working for an aristocrat (5)" mean?

The definition is "aristocrat". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BAR (synonym of "Stop") + ON (synonym of "working"); definition: "aristocrat" The answer is BARON.

Stop working for an aristocrat (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29143 | 20 Across | 2023-08-08 flower

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