What does the cryptic crossword clue "Set aside weapon in English rescue boat (7)" mean?

The definition is "Set aside". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (synonym="ARM") + ARM (synonym="ARM") + ARK (synonym="ARM") = EARMARK; definition: "Set aside" The answer is EARMARK.

Set aside weapon in English rescue boat (7)

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