What does the cryptic crossword clue "Steep charge by staff (8)" mean?

The definition is "Steep". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MACE (synonym="staff") + RATE (synonym="charge") = MACERATE; definition: "Steep" The answer is Macerate.

Steep charge by staff (8)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3010 | 11 Across | 2019-06-30 flower

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