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Snake that’s covered in feathers? (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

boa

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This clue could be a double definition.

'snake' is the first definition.
(boa constrictor, type of snake)

'covered in feathers?' is the second definition.
'boa' can be an answer for 'feathers?' (I've seen this before). I'm not sure about the 'covered in' bit.

'that's' is the link.

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(Other definitions for boa that I've seen before include "Python" , "One covered in scales" , "strangler" , "Large reptile" , "Large constrictor snake" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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