Order of St. Benedict (5)
I believe the answer is:
edict
'order' is the definition.
(synonyms)
'st benedict' is the wordplay.
'EDICT' is hidden in amongst the letters.
However, I am uncertain how the hidden word is indicated.
'of' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for edict that I've seen before include "Decree, order" , "Canon" , "Pronouncement" , "Official decree" , "Declaration" .)