What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bones of seafarers found on island (5)" mean?

The definition is "Bones". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TARS (synonym="seafarers") + I (synonym="island") = TARSI; definition: "Bones" The answer is TARSI.

Bones of seafarers found on island (5)

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