What does the cryptic crossword clue "High-handed with regard to deportment (11)" mean?

The definition is "High-handed". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OVER (synonym="with regard to") + BEARING (synonym="deportment") = OVERBEARING; definition: "High-handed" The answer is OVERBEARING.

High-handed with regard to deportment (11)

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