What does the cryptic crossword clue "Second heavy drinker in partially melted snow (5)" mean?

The definition is "snow". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (abbreviation="Second") + LUSH (synonym="heavy drinker") = SLUSH; definition: "snow" The answer is SLUSH.

Second heavy drinker in partially melted snow (5)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17574 | 15 Across | 2025-03-13 flower

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