Kid rocked when picked up by ears! (5)

I believe the answer is:

suede

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'kid' is the definition.
(both are types of leather)

I don't understand the rest of the clue.

(Other definitions for suede that I've seen before include "Undressed kidskin" , "leather material" , "Type of leather" , "unprepared material" , "Hide from kids" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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