What does the cryptic crossword clue "Layer cake unfilled for this reason (5)" mean?

The definition is "for this reason". The wordplay uses charade, parts. HEN (synonym of "Layer") + CE (middle of "cake") [outer letters: "unfilled"]; definition: "for this reason" The answer is HENCE.

Layer cake unfilled for this reason (5)

Times Cryptic #29000 | 12 Across | 2024-08-20 flower

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