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One way to hold (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

hatch

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This clue could be a double definition.

'one way' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps you can see a link between them that I don't see?

'hold' is the second definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'to' acts as a link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for hatch that I've seen before include "Emerge from shell" , "Brood" , "Incubate - opening" , "Think up" , "Enter the world" .)

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