What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hide from army officer on exercises (4)" mean?

The definition is "Hide". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PE (synonym of "exercises") + LT (synonym of "army officer"); definition: "Hide" The answer is PELT.

Hide from army officer on exercises (4)

Times Cryptic #28605 | 10 Across | 2023-05-17 flower

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