What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bones in back and front of arm (6)" mean?

The definition is "Bones". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. STERN (synonym of "back") + A (first letter of "arm") [first letter: "front"]; definition: "Bones" The answer is STERNA.

Bones in back and front of arm (6)

Times Cryptic #28937 | 10 Across | 2024-06-07 flower

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