Dog walker's line (5)

I believe the answer is:

leash

(Other definitions for leash that I've seen before include "Line for controlling a dog" , "Rope to control dog" , "A dog walker may use it" , "Animal restraint" , "Dog lead" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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