Eccentric; reckless (6)

I believe the answer is:

madcap

(Other definitions for madcap that I've seen before include "Wild fellow" , "Hare-brained" , "Impetuous irresponsible person" , "Foolish, reckless" , "terror" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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