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Actor performs, but not with a metal band (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

torc

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'band' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for torc that I've seen before include "Choker" , "Celtic metal neck-ring" , "Metallic neck ornament" , "Rigid circular necklace" , "Twisted metal neck band" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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