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Scamp or a scallywag's collared (6)

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I believe the answer is:

rascal

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'scamp' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'or a scallywag's collared' is the wordplay.
'RASCAL' is hidden within the letters.
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(Other definitions for rascal that I've seen before include "Rogue, scamp" , "Knave, rogue" , "Michievous person/child" , "naughty child" , "Impudent child" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Mail.
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