What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fabric from copper that insulates piping (5)" mean?

The definition is "Fabric". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). HOT (synonym="piping") in DI (synonym="Detective Inspector, copper") = DHOTI; definition: "Fabric" The answer is DHOTI.

Fabric from copper that insulates piping (5)

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