Exclude boy, specifically, from local cookout (6)

I believe the answer is:

barbie

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'local cookout' is the definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.

'exclude boy specifically' is the wordplay.
'exclude' becomes 'bar' (synonyms).
'boy' becomes 'b' (abbreviation used in schools).
'specifically' becomes 'ie' (I can't explain this - if you can you should believe this answer much more).
'bar'+'b'+'ie'='BARBIE'

'from' is the link.

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(Other definitions for barbie that I've seen before include "Outdoor party" , "Famous fashion doll" , "Australian BBQ" , "Popular doll" , "meal out" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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