What does the cryptic crossword clue "Refuse tosser bedding left in the open (6,4)" mean?

The definition is "Refuse tosser". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LITTER (synonym="bedding") + L (abbreviation="left") + OUT (synonym="open") = LITTERLOUT; definition: "Refuse tosser" The answer is LITTERLOUT.

Refuse tosser bedding left in the open (6,4)

Guardian Cryptic #27096 | 14 Across | 2017-01-17 flower

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