What does the cryptic crossword clue "In awkward fashion, Len dips slender rod (7)" mean?

The definition is "slender rod". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of LEN + DIPS = SPINDLE; definition: "slender rod" The answer is SPINDLE.

In awkward fashion, Len dips slender rod (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17011 | 9 Across | 2023-01-13 flower