What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spoil appearance of a little devil? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Spoil". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IMP (synonym="little devil") + AIR (synonym="appearance or behaviour") = IMPAIR; definition: "Spoil" The answer is IMPAIR.

Spoil appearance of a little devil? (6)

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