What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hanging about in short undies no good (9)" mean?

The definition is "Hanging about". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LINGERI (synonym="E") + NG (synonym="no good.") = LINGERING; definition: "Hanging about" The answer is LINGERING.

Hanging about in short undies no good (9)

Times Cryptic #27897 | 12 Across | 2021-02-10 flower

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