What does the cryptic crossword clue "Monk peaceful to hear, taking cream (9)" mean?

The definition is "Monk". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). CARM sounds like CALM, (to some people), ELITE = cream. The answer is CARMELITE.

Monk peaceful to hear, taking cream (9)

Times Cryptic #28839 | 15 Down | 2024-02-14 flower

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