Graphite (4)

I believe the answer is:

lead

'graphite' is the definition.
(lead or graphite for a pencil)

This is the entire clue.

(Other definitions for lead that I've seen before include "Actor playing the principal role" , "Main news story" , "Metal - van - important role" , "guitar accessory?" , "Short wire used as jumper - Pb" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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