What does the cryptic crossword clue "History professor finally working in funny cliche (9)" mean?

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History professor finally working in funny cliche (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29861 | 16 Down | 2025-11-25

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[professo]R + ON (working) in CLICHE*

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