What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lecturer boarding cutter, forgiving type (8)" mean?

The definition is "forgiving type". The wordplay uses charade, container. DON (synonym of "Lecturer") + PARER (synonym of "cutter,") [container: "boarding"]; definition: "forgiving type" The answer is Pardoner.

Lecturer boarding cutter, forgiving type (8)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3116 | 12 Across | 2021-07-11 flower

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