Fishing item used in shooting (3)

I believe the answer is:

rod

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'fishing item' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

I can't explain the rest of the clue.

(Other definitions for rod that I've seen before include "something fisherman brings home" , "Angler's cane" , "Long bar or pole" , "Flexible stick for 11 Down" , "See 13" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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