What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rat's characteristic yellow pigment (7)" mean?

The definition is "Rat". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TRAIT (synonym="characteristic") + OR (synonym="yellow") = TRAITOR; definition: "Rat's" The answer is TRAITOR.

Rat's characteristic yellow pigment (7)

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