Double sixteen is more than he needs (3)
I believe the answer is:
les
'more than he needs' is the definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.
'double sixteen' is the wordplay.
'LES' is hidden within the letters.
However, I'm uncertain how this is indicated.
'is' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for les that I've seen before include "- Dawson, Br. comedian" , "-- Miserables, musical" , "Short boy or girl" , "-- Dawson (late comedian)" , "French article; name" .)