Crossword Genius

Material used in lovely cravats (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

lycra

'material' is the definition.
(I know that Lycra is a type of material)

'in lovely cravats' is the wordplay.
'in' indicates a hidden word.
'LYCRA' can be found hidden inside 'lovely cravats'.

'used' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for lycra that I've seen before include "Stretch fabric" , "Stretchy sports material" , "synthetic fibre" , "Spandex" , "Fabric used in tight-fitting cycling wear" .)

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