What does the cryptic crossword clue "Erroneously pick up note by quiet listener (7)" mean?

The definition is "Erroneously pick up". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MI (synonym of "note") + SH (synonym of "quiet") + EAR (synonym of "listener"); definition: "Erroneously pick up" The answer is MISHEAR.

Erroneously pick up note by quiet listener (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29197 | 28 Across | 2023-10-10 flower

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