What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rascal with mop going bald, hurt (6)" mean?

The definition is "hurt". The wordplay uses a deletion. IMP (synonym=""rascal"") + AIR (synonym=""mop", going bald, i.e. losing its top") = IMPAIR; definition: "hurt" The answer is IMPAIR.

Rascal with mop going bald, hurt (6)

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