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Something found in youngster's yellowing underwear? (1-6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

y-fronts

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'underwear?' is the definition.
(type of underwear)

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(Other definitions for y-fronts that I've seen before include "Men's underwear" , "Pants for men" , "Type of underpants" , "Men's pants" , "briefs" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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