What does the cryptic crossword clue "Classes about, say, boring politicians (10)" mean?

The definition is "Classes". The wordplay uses charade, container. CA (synonym of "about,") + EG (abbreviation of "say,") + TORIES (synonym of "politicians") [container: "boring"]; definition: "Classes" The answer is CATEGORIES.

Classes about, say, boring politicians (10)

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