Cable disentangled from propeller (4)

I believe the answer is:

rope

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'cable' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'disentangled from propeller' is the wordplay.
'ROPE' is hidden within the letters.
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(Other definitions for rope that I've seen before include "making money easily when old?" , "Stranded fastener" , "Pore (anag.)" , "A thick strong cord" , "Noose" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.

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