Reddish metal (6)

I believe the answer is:

copper

(Other definitions for copper that I've seen before include "Reddish metallic element" , "Element; butterfly" , "Metallic element and British bobby" , "Police officer (slang)" , "Metal - police officer" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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