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Sweater creates thirst (1-5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

t-shirt

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'sweater' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe there's an association between them I don't understand?

'creates thirst' is the wordplay.
'creates' indicates an anagram.
'thirst' is an anagram of 'T-SHIRT'.

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(Other definitions for t-shirt that I've seen before include "Casual vest-like garment much worn by youth" , "Simple garment" , "Collarless pullover shirt" , "Light garment for upper body, often with pictures or slogan" , "Short-sleeved cotton top with no collar" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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