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A model employer (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

artist

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This might be a double definition.

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

'employer' is the second definition.
The answer and definition can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps you can see a link between them that I can't see?

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(Other definitions for artist that I've seen before include "Old learned man" , "Creative or skilful person" , "Model employer, perhaps" , "Expert" , "A painter, sculptor or other creative person" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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