Figures in heaven as a mere drudge (6)

I believe the answer is:

skivvy

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'drudge' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for skivvy that I've seen before include "One may do" , "Do menial tasks" , "Domestic drudge" , "Low-ranking servant" , "Female domestic servant who does all kinds of menial work" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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