What does the cryptic crossword clue "Murderer I put in jail (4)" mean?

The definition is "jail". The wordplay uses charade, container. I (abbreviation of "I") + CAN (synonym of "jail") [container: "put in"]; definition: "Murderer" The answer is CAIN.

Murderer I put in jail (4)

Guardian Cryptic #25225 | 12 Across | 2011-01-21 flower

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