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Adult entertainer — one getting rid of the gloss? (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

stripper

I believe this is a double definition.

'adult entertainer' is the first definition.
(someone who strips their clothing)

'one getting rid of the gloss?' is the second definition.
(device removing gloss from a surface)

(Other definitions for stripper that I've seen before include "Waterproof boot" , "Erotic dancer" , "performer barely seen" , "One removing clothes" , "Teasing dancer" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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