What does the cryptic crossword clue "Thick-skinned creature uttered sardonic refusal (5)" mean?

The definition is "Thick-skinned creature". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RHI (synonym="RHI") + NO (synonym="refusal") = RHINO; definition: "Thick-skinned creature" The answer is RHINO.

Thick-skinned creature uttered sardonic refusal (5)

Times Cryptic #29000 | 23 Across | 2024-08-20 flower

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