What does the cryptic crossword clue "Left-winger eats fish to get respect (6)" mean?

The definition is "respect". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). GAR (synonym="pike-like fish") in RED (synonym="political left winger") = REGARD; definition: "respect" The answer is REGARD.

Left-winger eats fish to get respect (6)

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