What does the cryptic crossword clue "Energy shown by six before start of marathon (3)" mean?

The definition is "Energy". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). VI (abbreviation="six") + M (first_letter="marathon") = VIM; definition: "Energy" The answer is VIM.

Energy shown by six before start of marathon (3)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17100 | 11 Across | 2023-05-18 flower

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