What does the cryptic crossword clue "Top off initially in pool (4)" mean?

The definition is "Top". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. LID (synonym of "Top") + O (first letter of "off") [first letter: "initially"]; definition: "pool" The answer is Lido.

Top off initially in pool (4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3082 | 24 Across | 2020-11-15 flower

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