What does the cryptic crossword clue "Troops gave up and retreated (7)" mean?

The definition is "retreated". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RECEDED (synonym of "Troops gave up and"); definition: "retreated" The answer is RECEDED.

Troops gave up and retreated (7)

Guardian Cryptic #26897 | 18 Down | 2016-05-30 flower

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