What does the cryptic crossword clue "Feel dizzy taking diamonds, say, for beachwear (8)" mean?

The definition is "beachwear". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SWIM (synonym="‘feel dizzy’") + SUIT (synonym="‘diamonds, say’") = SWIMSUIT; definition: "beachwear" The answer is SWIMSUIT.

Feel dizzy taking diamonds, say, for beachwear (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29178 | 16 Down | 2023-09-18 flower

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