What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lack of concern encapsulated by dispute (12)" mean?

The definition is "Lack of concern". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym="encapsulated by") + DIFFERENCE (synonym="dispute") = INDIFFERENCE; definition: "Lack of concern" The answer is INDIFFERENCE.

Lack of concern encapsulated by dispute (12)

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