What does the cryptic crossword clue "Giving comfort: it follows beating (8)" mean?

The definition is "Giving comfort". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SO (synonym of "it follows") + LACING (synonym of "beating"); definition: "Giving comfort:" The answer is SOLACING.

Giving comfort: it follows beating (8)

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