What does the cryptic crossword clue "Type of light half of street order (6)" mean?

The definition is "Type of light". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). STR (synonym="eet") + OBE (synonym=""Order" of the British Empire") = STROBE; definition: "Type of light" The answer is STROBE.

Type of light half of street order (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29328 | 10 Across | 2024-03-12 flower

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