What does the cryptic crossword clue "Trainee without fault? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Trainee". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NO (abbreviation="without") + VICE (synonym="fault?") = NOVICE; definition: "Trainee" The answer is NOVICE.

Trainee without fault? (6)

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