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Start of spectrum initially rearranged for rave-up (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

orgy

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'start' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both acts as well as being singular nouns.
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(Other definitions for orgy that I've seen before include "Binge" , "Unrestrained revel" , "Riotous revel" , "Wild activity" , "overindulgence" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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