What does the cryptic crossword clue "Purchase scrap of cloth to plug dyke (8)" mean?

The definition is "Purchase". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). RAG (synonym="RAG") in LEVEE (synonym="LEVEE") = LEVERAGE; definition: "Purchase" The answer is LEVERAGE.

Purchase scrap of cloth to plug dyke (8)

Times Cryptic #28937 | 19 Across | 2024-06-07 flower

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