What does the cryptic crossword clue "Capacity of youngster to mature (6)" mean?

The definition is "Capacity". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CUB (synonym of "youngster") + AGE (synonym of "mature"); definition: "Capacity" The answer is CUBAGE.

Capacity of youngster to mature (6)

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