What does the cryptic crossword clue "Take on as total energy (6)" mean?

The definition is "Take". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AS (synonym of "on") + SUM (synonym of "total") + E (synonym of "energy"); definition: "Take" The answer is ASSUME.

Take on as total energy (6)

Guardian Cryptic #24781 | 26 Across | 2009-08-18 flower

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