What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pass Chinese academic (4,2)" mean?

The definition is "Pass". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HAN (synonym of "Chinese") + DON (synonym of "academic"); definition: "Pass" The answer is HAND ON.

Pass Chinese academic (4,2)

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