Crossword Genius

Rat run closed off (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

scoundrel

'rat' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

'run closed off' is the wordplay.
'off' indicates an anagram.
'run'+'closed'='runclosed'
'runclosed' anagrammed gives 'SCOUNDREL'.

(Other definitions for scoundrel that I've seen before include "Cad" , "Red consul may be a rogue" , "Rascal" , "Bounder" , "Unprincipled rogue" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.