What does the cryptic crossword clue "Abscess: one in five say, drained (6)" mean?

The definition is "Abscess". The wordplay uses charade, parts. QUIN (synonym of "one in five") + SY (middle of "say,") [outer letters: "drained"]; definition: "Abscess:" The answer is QUINSY.

Abscess: one in five say, drained (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29304 | 22 Across | 2024-02-13 flower

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