What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bring me up part of tree to make board (6)" mean?

The definition is "board". The wordplay uses a hidden word. EM (synonym="‘bring ME up’ in a down light") + BARK (synonym="‘part of tree’") = EMBARK; definition: "board" The answer is EMBARK.

Bring me up part of tree to make board (6)

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