What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cardinal rule for audition? (9)" mean?

The definition is "Cardinal". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). PRINCIPAL (sounds like "rule") [homophone: "audition?"]; definition: "Cardinal" The answer is PRINCIPAL.

Cardinal rule for audition? (9)

Times Cryptic #28740 | 9 Across | 2023-10-21 flower

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