What does the cryptic crossword clue "Leave old hat in the grass (7)" mean?

The definition is "Leave". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). O (synonym of "old") + LID (synonym of "hat") + HAY (synonym of "grass"); definition: "Leave" The answer is HOLIDAY.

Leave old hat in the grass (7)

Guardian Cryptic #25613 | 13 Across | 2012-04-18 flower

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