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Small, but maybe of some prominence? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

minor

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'small' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for minor that I've seen before include "Under-age or of little importance" , "One hasn't reached legal majority" , "Insignificant" , "Trivial" , "Smaller - child" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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