What does the cryptic crossword clue "Food in repast is oddly deficient (4)" mean?

The definition is "Food". The wordplay uses a hidden word. E (deletion) + A (deletion) + T (deletion) + S (deletion) = EATS; definition: "Food" The answer is EATS.

Food in repast is oddly deficient (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29310 | 10 Across | 2024-02-20 flower

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