Crossword Genius

Finds out that money makes money (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

learns

'finds out' is the definition.
('learn' can be a synonym of 'find out')

'money makes money' is the wordplay.
'money' becomes 'l' (L can mean 'pounds').
'makes money' becomes 'earns' (I've seen this in another clue).
'l'+'earns'='LEARNS'

'that' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for learns that I've seen before include "Discovers" , "Gains understanding from study or experience" , "Finds out" , "Acquires knowledge or skills" , "Imbibes knowledge" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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