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Dainty folklore being (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

sprite

(Other definitions for sprite that I've seen before include "Nimble elf-like creature - icon in computer game" , "sports car" , "Naiad" , "Small, playful fairy" , "Pet, sir, could be a goblin" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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