Crossword Genius

Single: piece of vinyl, nostalgic looking back (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

only

'single' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)

'piece of vinyl nostalgic looking back' is the wordplay.
'piece of' indicates the answer is hidden within the clue.
'looking back' is a reversal indicator.
'ylno' can be found hidden inside 'vinyl nostalgic'.
'ylno' back-to-front is 'ONLY'.

(Other definitions for only that I've seen before include "Single, solitary" , "See 6" , "Simply" , "Siblingless (child)" , "Except that; single" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.