What does the cryptic crossword clue "Len, 8, accepted by teacher (8)" mean?

The definition is "Len". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). EIGHT (synonym="‘8’") in DON (synonym="‘teacher’") = DEIGHTON; definition: "Len," The answer is DEIGHTON.

Len, 8, accepted by teacher (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29229 | 15 Across | 2023-11-16 flower

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