What does the cryptic crossword clue "Head to lament leaving Missouri (4)" mean?

The definition is "Head". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BE (synonym="BE") + AN (synonym="lament") = BEAN; definition: "Head" The answer is BEAN.

Head to lament leaving Missouri (4)

Independent Cryptic #12060 | 21 Across | 2025-06-04 flower

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