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Head branch (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

antler

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This clue could be a double definition.

'head' is the first definition.
The answer and definition can be both animals as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'branch' is the second definition.
(I've seen this before)

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(Other definitions for antler that I've seen before include "Stag's horn" , "Part of a deer" , "Deer's branching horn" , "Animal's extension" , "Horn maybe of 24" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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