What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hot forged pound notes (6)" mean?

The definition is "Hot". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of NOTES ("notes") [anagram: "forged"] + L (abbreviation of "pound") = STOLEN; definition: "Hot" The answer is STOLEN.

Hot forged pound notes (6)

Guardian Cryptic #23947 | 21 Down | 2006-12-12 flower

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