What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pull out leading batter (6)" mean?

The definition is "Pull out". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). UP (abbreviation="leading") + ROOT (synonym="batter") = UPROOT; definition: "Pull out" The answer is UPROOT.

Pull out leading batter (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16753 | 18 Down | 2022-01-18 flower

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