Revolutionary, somewhat headstrong, is nominated as cleric (9)
I believe the answer is:
monsignor
'cleric' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'revolutionary somewhat headstrong is nominated' is the wordplay.
'revolutionary' says the letters should be written in reverse (letters revolve around).
'somewhat' indicates the answer is hidden within the clue.
'rongisnom' is hidden in the letters of 'headstrong is nominated'.
'rongisnom' backwards is 'MONSIGNOR'.
'as' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for monsignor that I've seen before include "High-ranking RC priest" , "Religious title" , "Title of certain Catholic priests and officials" , "RC dignitary" , "Clergyman" .)