What does the cryptic crossword clue "Elegant official in Spain and Germany (7)" mean?

The definition is "Elegant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). REF (abbreviation="official") + IN (from clue) + E (abbreviation="Spain") + D (abbreviation="Germany") = REFINED; definition: "Elegant" The answer is REFINED.

Elegant official in Spain and Germany (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17325 | 1 Across | 2024-03-29 flower

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