What does the cryptic crossword clue "As Legolas, basking in self-indulgence? (5)" mean?

The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden (basking) in sELF-INdulgence Legolas is an elf in Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings The answer is ELFIN.

As Legolas, basking in self-indulgence? (5)

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