What does the cryptic crossword clue "Young player left in bed (4)" mean?

The definition is "Young player". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). L (synonym of "left") + COT (synonym of "bed"); definition: "Young player" The answer is COLT.

Young player left in bed (4)

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