What does the cryptic crossword clue "Signal to live a life of crime? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Signal". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BE (abbreviation="live") + A (abbreviation="a") + CON (synonym="crime?") = BEACON; definition: "Signal" The answer is BEACON.

Signal to live a life of crime? (6)

Independent Cryptic #11908 | 12 Across | 2024-12-09 flower

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