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Adam's spare one? (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

rib

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This clue could be a double definition.

'adam's' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'spare one?' is the second definition.
(I've seen this before)

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(Other definitions for rib that I've seen before include "Bone; umbrella rod" , "Eve is knownj as Adam's . . ." , "Tease; body part" , "Chest bone, may be floating" , "knitting pattern" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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