What does the cryptic crossword clue "I recalled teacher is pupil's neighbour (4)" mean?

The definition is "pupil’s neighbour". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). I (abbreviation="I") + R (first_letter="recalled") + IS (literal="is") = IRIS; definition: "pupil's neighbour" The answer is IRIS.

I recalled teacher is pupil's neighbour (4)

Times Cryptic #29120 | 9 Across | 2025-01-07 flower

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