What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gloomy sergeant major wearing ring (6)" mean?

The definition is "Gloomy". The wordplay uses charade, container. SM (synonym of "sergeant major") + DIAL (synonym of "ring") [container: "wearing"]; definition: "Gloomy" The answer is DISMAL.

Gloomy sergeant major wearing ring (6)

Times Cryptic #28681 | 23 Across | 2023-08-14 flower

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