One woman's novel (3)

I believe the answer is:

new

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'novel' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'one woman's' is the wordplay.
'NEW' is hidden within the letters.
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(Other definitions for new that I've seen before include "Unconventional" , "Novel, recent" , "'Fresh, novel (3)'" , "Unfamiliar, restored" , "Unused or novel" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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