What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dismal medic unknown to receive attention (6)" mean?

The definition is "Dismal". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). DR (synonym="medic") + EAR (synonym="attention") + Y (synonym="unknown") = DREARY; definition: "Dismal" The answer is DREARY.

Dismal medic unknown to receive attention (6)

Times Cryptic #28652 | 13 Across | 2023-07-11 flower

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