What does the cryptic crossword clue "Anticipates charges for concealing minerals (8)" mean?

The definition is "Anticipates". The wordplay uses charade, container. FEES (synonym of "charges") + ORES (synonym of "minerals") [container: "concealing"]; definition: "Anticipates" The answer is FORESEES.

Anticipates charges for concealing minerals (8)

Guardian Cryptic #22024 | 16 Down | 2000-10-09 flower

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