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Scalps removed are worn as ornaments (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

clasps

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'worn as ornaments' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this defines the answer.

'scalps removed' is the wordplay.
'removed' indicates an anagram (moved again).
'scalps' anagrammed gives 'CLASPS'.

'are' is the link.

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(Other definitions for clasps that I've seen before include "Holds tightly" , "Necklace fasteners" , "Fasteners, as on necklaces perhaps" , "Holds the fastenings to one's bosom" , "Embraces; fastenings" .)

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