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Stationer mad on struck performer (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

artiste

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'performer' is the definition.
(an artiste is a performer or entertainer)

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(Other definitions for artiste that I've seen before include "Performers" , "'Public performer, dancer or singer (7)'" , "A sitter for creative person" , "professional dancer?" , "Attires for professional entertainer" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
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