What does the cryptic crossword clue "Regret carrying large measuring stick (4)" mean?

The definition is "measuring stick". The wordplay uses charade, container. RUE (synonym of "Regret") + L (synonym of "large") [container: "carrying"]; definition: "measuring stick" The answer is RULE.

Regret carrying large measuring stick (4)

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