What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gloomy day on rescue vessel (4)" mean?

The definition is "Gloomy". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). D (synonym of "day") + ARK (synonym of "rescue vessel"); definition: "Gloomy" The answer is DARK.

Gloomy day on rescue vessel (4)

Independent Cryptic #11643 | 7 Down | 2024-02-03 flower

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