What does the cryptic crossword clue "Promise offered by place to west of border (6)" mean?

The definition is "Promise". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PL (abbreviation="place") + EDGE (synonym="border") = PLEDGE; definition: "Promise" The answer is PLEDGE.

Promise offered by place to west of border (6)

Times Cryptic #28743 | 14 Across | 2023-10-25 flower

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