What does the cryptic crossword clue "Front of deserted vessel is gloomy (4)" mean?

The definition is "gloomy". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. D (first letter of "deserted") + ARK (synonym of "vessel") [first letter: "Front"]; definition: "gloomy" The answer is DARK.

Front of deserted vessel is gloomy (4)

Independent Cryptic #1783 | 12 Across | 2024-04-28 flower

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