What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sucker punch victim (7)" mean?

The definition is "Sucker". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LAM (synonym="punch") + PREY (synonym="victim") = LAMPREY; definition: "Sucker" The answer is LAMPREY.

Sucker punch victim (7)

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