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Tricorne that's corny? (3,3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

old hat

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This clue might be a double definition.

'tricorne' is the first definition.
Both the answer and definition are singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'corny?' is the second definition.
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'that's' is the link.

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(Other definitions for old hat that I've seen before include "Past its prime, like ancient headgear" , "Victorian Balmoral could be" , "Out of date like ancient headgear" , "bonnet that's somewhat battered?" , "Something tediously familiar" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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