What does the cryptic crossword clue "Young chap in U.S. city department (3)" mean?

The definition is "Young chap". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LA (synonym="U.S. city") + D (abbreviation="department") = LAD; definition: "Young chap" The answer is LAD.

Young chap in U.S. city department (3)

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