What does the cryptic crossword clue "What's originating from criminal? (7)" mean?

The definition is "What’s originating from criminal?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OF (synonym="OF") + FENCE (synonym="FENCE") = OFFENCE The answer is OFFENCE.

What's originating from criminal? (7)

Times Cryptic #29101 | 25 Across | 2024-12-16 flower

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