What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rake, for example, up bum (5)" mean?

The definition is "bum". The wordplay uses a reversal. CAD (synonym="rake") + EG (reversal="for example") = CADGE; definition: "bum" The answer is CADGE.

Rake, for example, up bum (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28928 | 23 Down | 2022-11-30 flower

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