What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fantasist of dismal aspect touring Maine (7)" mean?

The definition is "Fantasist". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). ME (synonym="Maine") in DREAR (synonym="of dismal aspect") = DREAMER; definition: "Fantasist" The answer is DREAMER.

Fantasist of dismal aspect touring Maine (7)

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