What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cast can start to tire (4)" mean?

The definition is "Cast". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. TIN (synonym of "can") + T (first letter of "tire") [first letter: "start"]; definition: "Cast" The answer is TINT.

Cast can start to tire (4)

Times Cryptic #28734 | 12 Across | 2023-10-14 flower

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