What does the cryptic crossword clue "Encountered 6 as an example of this (5)" mean?

The definition is "an example of this". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MET (synonym="‘encountered’") + AL (synonym="chemical symbol, ‘6’ ALUMINIUM") = METAL; definition: "an example of this" The answer is METAL.

Encountered 6 as an example of this (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29012 | 19 Across | 2023-03-08 flower

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