What does the cryptic crossword clue "Show a little light on one side of ship? (7)" mean?

The definition is "Show". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PORT (synonym="left side of a ship") + RAY (synonym="a little light") = PORTRAY; definition: "Show" The answer is PORTRAY.

Show a little light on one side of ship? (7)

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