What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wanders away from street lights (6)" mean?

The definition is "lights". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ST (synonym of "street") + RAYS (synonym of "lights"); definition: "Wanders away" The answer is STRAYS.

Wanders away from street lights (6)

Guardian Cryptic #26897 | 4 Across | 2016-05-30 flower

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