What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dim idiot swallowing lithium (6)" mean?

The definition is "Dim". The wordplay uses charade, container. TWIT (synonym of "idiot") + LI (synonym of "lithium") [container: "swallowing"]; definition: "Dim" The answer is TWILIT.

Dim idiot swallowing lithium (6)

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