What does the cryptic crossword clue "Amber for instance about to stray from path (5)" mean?

The definition is "Amber for instance". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (synonym of "about") + SIN (synonym of "stray from path"); definition: "Amber for instance" The answer is RESIN.

Amber for instance about to stray from path (5)

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