Crossword Genius

Loser's replacement parts (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

roles

'parts' is the definition.
(parts in a play)

'loser's replacement' is the wordplay.
'replacement' indicates anagramming the letters.
'loser' with letters rearranged gives 'ROLES'.

(Other definitions for roles that I've seen before include "Theatrical parts" , "Dramatic parts" , "Actors' parts" , "Parts in a play" , "Parts in plays" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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