What does the cryptic crossword clue "Initially, smelly fish stink (6)" mean?

The definition is "stink". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. S (first letter of "smelly") + TENCH (synonym of "fish") [first letter: "Initially,"]; definition: "stink" The answer is Stench.

Initially, smelly fish stink (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3065 | 4 Down | 2020-07-19 flower

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