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Bit of gear you might have a hand in (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

sleeve

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This clue could be a double definition.

'bit of gear' is the first definition.
(part of clothing)

'a hand in' is the second definition.
I know that 'hand' relates to this answer. I also know that both the answer and definition are singular nouns

'you might have' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for sleeve that I've seen before include "Container for LP" , "with something to hide?" , "An arm goes into it - or a music album" , "Garment's arm" , "Possibly hiding-place for ace" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.
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