What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cardinal, no Saint, needing drink (6)" mean?

The definition is "Cardinal". The wordplay uses a deletion. THIR (synonym="THIR") + TY (synonym="needing drink") = THIRTY; definition: "Cardinal," The answer is THIRTY.

Cardinal, no Saint, needing drink (6)

Times Cryptic #29039 | 1 Across | 2024-10-04 flower

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