What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nobleman punches to avenge shiner (4,5)" mean?

The definition is "shiner". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). EARL (synonym="EARL") in RIGHT (synonym="avenge. Took me a while to see this one") = REAR LIGHT; definition: "shiner" The answer is REAR LIGHT.

Nobleman punches to avenge shiner (4,5)

Times Cryptic #29247 | 27 Across | 2025-06-04 flower

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