What does the cryptic crossword clue "Showing mercy releasing one in vault (6)" mean?

The definition is "vault". The wordplay uses a deletion. SP (synonym="SP") + RING (synonym="=showing mercy") = SPRING; definition: "vault" The answer is SPRING.

Showing mercy releasing one in vault (6)

Independent Cryptic #11855 | 18 Across | 2024-10-08 flower

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