What does the cryptic crossword clue "Retired president shot Democrat (4)" mean?

The definition is "Retired". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ABE (synonym="president") + D (abbreviation="Democrat") = ABED; definition: "Retired" The answer is ABED.

Retired president shot Democrat (4)

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