What does the cryptic crossword clue "Approach faction in British Left (8)" mean?

The definition is "British Left". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NEAR (synonym="as a verb = draw near to = approach") + SIDE (synonym="faction, as in “choosing the wrong side”") = NEARSIDE; definition: "British Left" The answer is NEARSIDE.

Approach faction in British Left (8)

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