What does the cryptic crossword clue "Den left to ventilate (4)" mean?

The definition is "Den". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). L (synonym of "left") + AIR (synonym of "ventilate"); definition: "Den" The answer is LAIR.

Den left to ventilate (4)

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