Crossword Genius

Toff on revolving stage striking grand’s a dynamite dude (5)

Ross

I think it could be either:

swell

nobel

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

But I've got no explanation for this one! Could you help me understand?

(Other definitions for nobel that I've seen before include "Giver of many prizes" , "Prize guy" , "Prize giver" , "Dynamite inventor, Prize founder" , "Swedish prize-giver" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sunday Times and The Times.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.