What does the cryptic crossword clue "Deal with kind public (4,3)" mean?

The definition is "Deal". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SORT (synonym of "kind") + OUT (synonym of "public"); definition: "Deal with" The answer is SORTOUT.

Deal with kind public (4,3)

Guardian Cryptic #29113 | 18 Down | 2023-07-04 flower

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