Cryptic crossword clue
Charge servant to capture dog when breaking free of lead 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word POUNDAGE

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The straight part
We know that "Charge" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case charge = poundage.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does POUNDAGE mean?

POUNDAGE noun
  1. A charge based on the weight of something in pounds
  2. A charge based on the value of something in pounds sterling
  3. A weight measured in pounds
  4. A fee charged for keeping an animal in a pound, or for its release
  5. The keeping of an animal in a pound
POUNDAGE verb
  1. To collect, as poundage; to assess, or rate, by poundage.

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