What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bar left in sack (4)" mean?

The definition is "Bar". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). L (synonym of "left") + AXE (synonym of "sack"); definition: "Bar" The answer is AXLE.

Bar left in sack (4)

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