What does the cryptic crossword clue "Choosing body, mischievous spirit with reader on ecstasy (10)" mean?

The definition is "Choosing body". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (synonym="ecstasy") + LECTOR (synonym="reader") + ATE (synonym="Greek goddess of rash and impulsive actions, seen before in these puzzles") = ELECTORATE; definition: "Choosing body," The answer is ELECTORATE.

Choosing body, mischievous spirit with reader on ecstasy (10)

Times Cryptic #28671 | 25 Across | 2023-08-02 flower

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