What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pen memoirs about king (4)" mean?

The definition is "Pen". The wordplay uses charade, container. BIO (synonym of "memoirs") + R (synonym of "king") [container: "about"]; definition: "Pen" The answer is BIRO.

Pen memoirs about king (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29265 | 24 Down | 2023-12-29 flower

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