What does the cryptic crossword clue "A Democrat before split is wide of the mark? (6)" mean?

The definition is "wide of the mark?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + D (abbreviation="Democrat") + RIFT (synonym="split") = ADRIFT; definition: "wide of the mark?" The answer is ADRIFT.

A Democrat before split is wide of the mark? (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17392 | 13 Across | 2024-07-02 flower

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