What does the cryptic crossword clue "Frequently visits topless consort — fair game? (4,5)" mean?

The definition is "fair game". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. HAUNTS (synonym of "Frequently visits") + ALLY (synonym of "consort") [beheading: "topless"]; definition: "- fair game?" The answer is AUNT SALLY.

Frequently visits topless consort — fair game? (4,5)

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