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Scores of seamen? (7)

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I believe the answer is:

ratings

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This clue might be a double definition.

'scores' is the first definition.
The answer and definition can be both acts as well as being plural nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'seamen?' is the second definition.
(British term for a naval enlisted man)

'of' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for ratings that I've seen before include "Staring at classifications" , "they matter to broadcasters" , "Programme audience size; sailors" , "Members of crew" , "chased by TV companies?" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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