What does the cryptic crossword clue "Left, with flag in appropriate colour? (7)" mean?

The definition is "Left". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). TIRE (synonym="flag") in RED (synonym="right colour for left") = RETIRED; definition: "Left," The answer is RETIRED.

Left, with flag in appropriate colour? (7)

Times Cryptic #29307 | 28 Across | 2025-08-13 flower

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