What does the cryptic crossword clue "Catch sight of European mole (4)" mean?

The definition is "Catch sight of". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (abbreviation="European") + SPY (synonym="mole") = ESPY; definition: "Catch sight of" The answer is ESPY.

Catch sight of European mole (4)

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