What does the cryptic crossword clue "One getting a hand in time as tradesman (4)" mean?

The definition is "One getting a hand". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "one getting a hand in timE AS Tradesman" The answer is EAST.

One getting a hand in time as tradesman (4)

Times Cryptic #28744 | 26 Across | 2023-10-26 flower