What does the cryptic crossword clue "Units regularly taking drugs (4)" mean?

The definition is "Units". The wordplay uses a hidden word. ON (synonym="”regularly taking”") + ES (synonym="plural of E for ecstasy, “drugs”") = ONES; definition: "Units" The answer is ONES.

Units regularly taking drugs (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29250 | 6 Down | 2023-12-11 flower

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