What does the cryptic crossword clue "With dots, marks pages in steps (8)" mean?

The definition is "With dots, marks". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). STI (synonym="PP") + PP (synonym="PP") + LES (synonym="PP") = STIPPLES; definition: "With dots, marks" The answer is STIPPLES.

With dots, marks pages in steps (8)

Times Cryptic #28627 | 15 Down | 2023-06-12 flower

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