Beast's hideaway (4)

I believe the answer is:

lair

(Other definitions for lair that I've seen before include "Rail about wild animal's home" , "Wild animals' habitation" , "Study" , "secluded spot?" , "Private place of seclusion" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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