What does the cryptic crossword clue "Second shelf for slipper? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Second". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (abbreviation="Second") + LEDGE (synonym="shelf") = SLEDGE; definition: "slipper?" The answer is Sledge.

Second shelf for slipper? (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3076 | 22 Down | 2020-10-04 flower

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