What does the cryptic crossword clue "African rodent, squealer with dark patch in front (4,3)" mean?

The definition is "African rode". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MOLE (synonym="skin blemish=") + RAT (synonym="informant=") = MOLERAT The answer is MOLERAT.

African rodent, squealer with dark patch in front (4,3)

Guardian Cryptic #28927 | 9 Across | 2022-11-29 flower

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