What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nobody let off steam, which is a disappointment (3-5)" mean?

The definition is "disappointment". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NONE (synonym of "Nobody") + VENT (synonym of "let off steam,"); definition: "disappointment" The answer is NON-EVENT.

Nobody let off steam, which is a disappointment (3-5)

Times Cryptic #28606 | 12 Across | 2023-05-18 flower

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