A name in towelling (5)

I believe the answer is:

terry

I believe this clue is a double definition.

'a name' is the first definition.

'towelling' is the second definition.
(terry is a kind of towelling)

'in' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for terry that I've seen before include "Fabric with piles" , "Cotton pile fabric used for towels and bath robes" , "Towelling fabric" , "Famous actress" , "Towelling material" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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