What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ring girl eating sandwiches (4-1-4)" mean?

The definition is "a ringing sound GAL=”girl”". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). GAL (synonym="”girl”") in DINING (synonym="”eating”") = DINGALING; definition: "a ringing sound GAL=”girl”" The answer is DINGALING.

Ring girl eating sandwiches (4-1-4)

Guardian Cryptic #29510 | 14 Across | 2024-10-10 flower

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