What does the cryptic crossword clue "PM once great leader? (5,4)" mean?

The definition is "leader?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NORTH (synonym of "PM once") + STAR (synonym of "great"); definition: "leader?" The answer is NORTHSTAR.

PM once great leader? (5,4)

Guardian Cryptic #27559 | 7 Down | 2018-07-12 flower

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