Leaves in paper bags, perhaps (3)

I believe the answer is:

tea

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'leaves' is the definition.
(as in tea leaves)

I don't understand how the rest of the clue works.

(Other definitions for tea that I've seen before include "Dried leaf infusion" , "Cuppa" , "Refresher course" , "and 18 Across: Utensils for afternoon meal" , "Light afternoon repast" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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