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Some weasels may have wooden legs! (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

easel

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'have wooden legs' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I can't see how they can define each other.

'some weasels may' is the wordplay.
'some' indicates the answer is hidden within the clue (some parts of the word are used).
'EASEL' is hidden within 'weasels may'.

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(Other definitions for easel that I've seen before include "The rest of artists" , "Constable's supporter" , "Standing supporter" , "Artist's supporting frame" , "Painter's stand" .)

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