What does the cryptic crossword clue "Partial farewell for a sheep (3)" mean?

The definition is "sheep". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden answer (partial . . .) in [far] EWE [ll]. A female sheep. The answer is EWE.

Partial farewell for a sheep (3)

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