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Decoration to make the patron saint annoyed (6,5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

george cross

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'decoration to make the patron' is the definition.
I can't tell whether this definition defines the answer.

'saint annoyed' is the wordplay.
'saint' becomes 'george' (I've seen this before).
'annoyed' becomes 'cross' (I've seen this before).
'george'+'cross'='GEORGE CROSS'

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(Other definitions for george cross that I've seen before include "Hardy character might get this" , "Award to the brave" , "Award for bravery" , "Medal given to no soldier" , "Highest UK gallantry award for civilians" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish News.
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