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Bit at the bottom of a tub (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

kernel

(Other definitions for kernel that I've seen before include "Seed in hard shell" , "essentials" , "Core of a nut" , "Nut's centre" , "soft heart" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.
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