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Witch, old killer (6-3)

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I believe the answer is:

battle-axe

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This could be a double definition.

'witch' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe you can see an association between them that I can't see?

'old killer' is the second definition.
The answer and definition can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

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(Other definitions for battle-axe that I've seen before include "Old chopper- nagging old woman" , "Large broad-bladed weapon" , "A formidable and aggressive woman - with ancient weapon?" , "Ancient combat weapon or very tough woman" , "Broad-bladed weapon - domineering woman" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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