What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nonsense about former pupil being zombie! (5)" mean?

The definition is "zombie". The wordplay uses charade, container. ROT (synonym of "Nonsense") + OB (synonym of "former pupil") [container: "about"]; definition: "zombie!" The answer is ROBOT.

Nonsense about former pupil being zombie! (5)

Times Cryptic #28892 | 15 Across | 2024-04-16 flower

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