What does the cryptic crossword clue "Priest born in Lincoln? (4)" mean?

The definition is "Priest". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). B (synonym of "born") + ABE (synonym of "Lincoln?"); definition: "Priest" The answer is ABBE.

Priest born in Lincoln? (4)

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