What does the cryptic crossword clue "Former regret about famous chemist (7)" mean?

The definition is "famous chemist". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. PAST (synonym of "Former") + RUE (synonym of "regret") [reversal: "about"]; definition: "famous chemist" The answer is PASTEUR.

Former regret about famous chemist (7)

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