What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pick up pounds, having additional merit (5)" mean?

The definition is "Pick up". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). L (synonym="pounds") + EARN (synonym="merit") = LEARN; definition: "Pick up" The answer is LEARN.

Pick up pounds, having additional merit (5)

Times Cryptic #28564 | 20 Across | 2023-03-30 flower

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