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Smooth cotton thread (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

lisle

<span class="explanation-format__ClueExplanation">'<span class="explanation-format__original">smooth cotton thread</span>' is the definition.<br/ ><span class="explanation-format__explanation">(I've seen this in another clue)</span><br/ ><br/ >This is the entire clue.<br/ ></span>

(Other definitions for lisle that I've seen before include "Fine cotton thread used in stockings" , "Fine smooth cotton thread for stockings" , "Type of cotton yarn" , "Pedestrianised city" , "Strong cotton fabric" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard, the New York Times and The Mirror.
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