What does the cryptic crossword clue "Indifference shown by a nincompoop turning head (9)" mean?

The definition is "Indifference". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. A (abbreviation of "a") + FOOL (synonym of "nincompoop") + NESS (synonym of "head") [reversal: "shown"]; definition: "Indifference" The answer is ALOOFNESS.

Indifference shown by a nincompoop turning head (9)

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