What does the cryptic crossword clue "Exit, for instance, on ship (6)" mean?

The definition is "Exit,". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EG (abbreviation="for instance,") + RE (abbreviation="on") + SS (abbreviation="ship") = EGRESS; definition: "Exit," The answer is EGRESS.

Exit, for instance, on ship (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17528 | 30 Across | 2025-01-08 flower

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