Crossword Genius

Old city from which Romeo is exiled in play (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

toy

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'play' is the definition.
(I know that play can be written as toy)

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(Other definitions for toy that I've seen before include "Trifle or dally with" , "Child's amusement" , "Doll or teddy, say" , "One of spelt out words" , "Miniature (dog)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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