What does the cryptic crossword clue "Liberal philosopher's bed (5)" mean?

The definition is "bed". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). L (abbreviation="Liberal") + AYER (synonym="philosopher's") = LAYER; definition: "bed" The answer is LAYER.

Liberal philosopher's bed (5)

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