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Parts of a fish used for balance (6)

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I believe the answer is:

scales

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This clue might be a double definition.

'parts of a fish' is the first definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being plural nouns.
I also know that 'fish' relates to this answer.

'for balance' is the second definition.
(balance can mean a set of scales)

'used' is the link.

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(Other definitions for scales that I've seen before include "Weighting machines - Sign of Libra" , "Weighing devices or fish flakes" , "The practice of music" , "Removes plaque" , "Climbs the weight measuring device" .)

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