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A line for a takeaway? (5,4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

minus sign

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This clue could be a double definition.

'a line' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both related to communication as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps there's a link between them I don't understand?

'takeaway?' is the second definition.
Both the definition and answer are singular nouns.
Perhaps you can see a link between them that I can't see?

'for a' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for minus sign that I've seen before include "Maths operator" , "indication of negativity?" , "indicating deduction!" , "Symbol indicating subtraction" , "Subtraction indicator" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
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