What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wasted daughter in prison? (8)" mean?

The definition is "Wasted". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MISS (synonym of "daughter") + PENT (synonym of "in prison?"); definition: "Wasted" The answer is MISSPENT.

Wasted daughter in prison? (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29365 | 8 Across | 2024-04-24 flower

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