What does the cryptic crossword clue "Serious hope, on and off, to comprehend Irish spelling book (8)" mean?

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Serious hope, on and off, to comprehend Irish spelling book (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29723 | 14 Across | 2025-06-17 flower

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