Crossword Genius

Twosome, left to go away in car (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

coupe

'car' is the definition.
(I know that coupe is a type of car)

'twosome left to go away' is the wordplay.
'twosome' becomes 'couple' (synonyms).
'left' becomes 'L' (common abbreviation).
'to go away' is a deletion indicator.
'couple' with 'l' taken out is 'COUPE'.

'in' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for coupe that I've seen before include "Car with two front seats and a luggage compartment" , "Two-door car" , "Car; dessert glass" , "Car with just two doors and two front seats" , "Type of car; dish" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app