What does the cryptic crossword clue "Belittle this person being entertained by head of faculty? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Belittle". The wordplay uses charade, container. ME (synonym of "this person") + DEAN (synonym of "head of faculty?") [container: "entertained"]; definition: "Belittle" The answer is DEMEAN.

Belittle this person being entertained by head of faculty? (6)

Times Cryptic #28749 | 28 Across | 2023-11-01 flower

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