Lovable rascal (5)

I believe the answer is:

scamp

(Other definitions for scamp that I've seen before include "villain" , "Rogue - perform inadequately" , "Scoundrel" , "Mischief-maker" , "Little Devil" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times and the Jonesin'.

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