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Smoker near bridge? (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

funnel

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This clue might be a double definition.

'smoker' is the first definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps there's a link between them I don't understand?

'near bridge?' is the second definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

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(Other definitions for funnel that I've seen before include "Device for pouring liquid into small opening" , "Convey" , "Chimney; pourer" , "Passage for escape of smoke" , "Steam engine chimney" .)

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