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A “Division One” supporter? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

divan

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'supporter?' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I can't see how one could define the other.

'a division one' is the wordplay.
'a division' becomes 'div' (I am not sure about this - if you are sure you should believe this answer much more).
'one' becomes 'an' (I've seen this in other clues).
'div'+'an'='DIVAN'

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(Other definitions for divan that I've seen before include "Sort of bed" , "Backless seat; bed" , "Viand (anag.)" , "Couch - bed" , "Long backless sofa" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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