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One contributing doggedly to security? (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

cur

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'one contributing doggedly' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I cannot see how they can define each other.

'security?' is the wordplay.
'CUR' is hidden within the letters.
But, I am not sure how the hidden word is indicated.

'to' is the link.

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(Other definitions for cur that I've seen before include "Lowly dog" , "Scoundrel; mongrel dog" , "Miserable dog" , "Despicable person" , "Base fellow" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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