What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lift head after failing in Hertfordshire town (8)" mean?

The definition is "Hertfordshire town". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of LIFTHEAD ("Lift head") [anagram: "after"] = HATFIELD; definition: "Hertfordshire town" The answer is Hatfield.

Lift head after failing in Hertfordshire town (8)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3055 | 15 Across | 2020-05-10 flower

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