What does the cryptic crossword clue "Charge pounds to see a musteline mammal (5)" mean?

The definition is "musteline mammal". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RATE (synonym="Charge") + L (abbreviation="pounds") = RATEL; definition: "musteline mammal" The answer is RATEL.

Charge pounds to see a musteline mammal (5)

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