Retailer stating how he hopes to come from hospital? (9)
I believe the answer is:
outfitter
This clue might be a double definition.
'retailer' is the first definition.
The answer and definition can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'stating how he hopes to come from hospital?' is the second definition.
The answer is a person as well as being a singular noun. This is suggested by the definition.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for outfitter that I've seen before include "who could help in gear selection?" , "Supplier" , "Seller of men's clothing" , "It suits one" , "Person in shop" .)