What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stink filling middle of dustbins is something in hand (5)" mean?

The definition is "something in hand". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). HUM (synonym="stink") in TB (synonym="TB") = THUMB; definition: "something in hand" The answer is THUMB.

Stink filling middle of dustbins is something in hand (5)

Times Cryptic #28575 | 5 Across | 2023-04-12 flower

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