What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stocktaker's way to occupy governor, perhaps (7)" mean?

The definition is "Stocktaker". The wordplay uses charade, container. ST (synonym of "way") + RULER (synonym of "governor,") [container: "occupy"]; definition: "Stocktaker's" The answer is RUSTLER.

Stocktaker's way to occupy governor, perhaps (7)

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