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Upset that key is removed from lock (5)

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I believe the answer is:

tress

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This could be a double definition.

'upset that key is removed' is the first definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I cannot see how they can define each other.

'lock' is the second definition.
(both can mean a piece of hair)

'from' acts as a link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for tress that I've seen before include "Long piece of hair" , "is a bit of a shock" , "Switch" , "Rests (anag.)" , "Obsolete support" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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