What does the cryptic crossword clue "Feeling guilty about social worker guards confined (9)" mean?

The definition is "Feeling guilty". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (synonym="about") + PENT (synonym="confined") + ANT (synonym="social worker") = REPENTANT; definition: "Feeling guilty" The answer is REPENTANT.

Feeling guilty about social worker guards confined (9)

Times Cryptic #29055 | 9 Across | 2024-10-23 flower

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