What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sleep with assistant showing hide that's softened (5)" mean?

The definition is "Sleep". The wordplay uses a hidden word. NAP (synonym="=sleep") + PA (synonym="=assistant, i.e. personal assistant") = NAPPA The answer is NAPPA.

Sleep with assistant showing hide that's softened (5)

Independent Cryptic #11615 | 6 Down | 2024-01-02 flower

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