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In here put explicit public opinion (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

repute

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'public opinion' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I can't understand how one could define the other.

'in here put explicit' is the wordplay.
'in' indicates the answer is hidden within the clue.
'REPUTE' is hidden within 'here put explicit'.

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(Other definitions for repute that I've seen before include "Generally held opinion" , "General impression given" , "State of high esteem" , "Public estimation" , "Fame, renown" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Independent.
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