What does the cryptic crossword clue "Risky holding Republican office? (8)" mean?

The definition is "office". The wordplay uses charade, container. CHANCEY (synonym of "Risky") + R (synonym of "Republican") [container: "holding"]; definition: "office?" The answer is CHANCERY.

Risky holding Republican office? (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29215 | 13 Across | 2023-10-31 flower

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