Crossword Genius

Craig developed as a smoker (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

cigar

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'a smoker' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
I also know that 'smoker' relates to this answer.

'craig developed' is the wordplay.
'developed' indicates anagramming the letters.
'craig' is an anagram of 'CIGAR'.

'as' is the link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for cigar that I've seen before include "Havana, for example" , "Eg, Havana, panatella" , "Havana, say" , "Rolled tobacco leaf for smoking" , "Roll of cured tobacco" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app