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One can be accused of taking offence (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

thief

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This clue could be a double definition.

'one' is the first definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I don't see how one could define the other.

'accused of taking offence' is the second definition.
The definition and answer can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'can be' is the link.

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(Other definitions for thief that I've seen before include "Burglar, say" , "One who is fourth in line after a rich man" , "A robber or pickpocket" , "Person who steals things" , "See 3" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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