What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old man in retirement with little desire (8)" mean?

The definition is "Old". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. PA (synonym of "Old man") + PETITE (synonym of "little") [reversal: "retirement"]; definition: "desire" The answer is APPETITE.

Old man in retirement with little desire (8)

Independent Cryptic #11950 | 5 Across | 2025-01-27 flower

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