What does the cryptic crossword clue "One beginning to make a mark as Muslim leader (4)" mean?

The definition is "Muslim leader". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). I (abbreviation="One") + M (first_letter="make") + A (from clue) + M (abbreviation="mark") = IMAM; definition: "Muslim leader" The answer is IMAM.

One beginning to make a mark as Muslim leader (4)

Independent Cryptic #12012 | 12 Across | 2025-04-09 flower

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