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There's a fortune on the bottom if they're drained (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

teacups

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(Other definitions for teacups that I've seen before include "China?" , "From which to drink the afternoon brew" , "Drinking vessels" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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