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Glossy fabric was a substitute (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

satin

I believe this clue is a triple definition!

'glossy' is the first definition.
(synonyms)

'fabric' is the second definition.
(satin is a kind of fabric)

'was a substitute' is the third definition.
(to sit in for someone is to be their substitute)

(Other definitions for satin that I've seen before include "Material with glossy front and dull back" , "Shiny solk" , "Lustrous fabric" , "Stain found in cloth" , "Stain on shiny fabric" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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