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They hold baps - bread is reduced (4)

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I believe the answer is:

bras

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'they' is the definition.
Both the answer and definition are plural nouns.
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(Other definitions for bras that I've seen before include "They support" , "supports" , "Female undergarments" , "Garments with cups" , "intimate garments" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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