What does the cryptic crossword clue "Climb a trail (6)" mean?

The definition is "Climb". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + SCENT (synonym="trail") = ASCENT; definition: "Climb" The answer is ASCENT.

Climb a trail (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16568 | 13 Across | 2021-05-04 flower

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