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Verdi's composition transmits power (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

drives

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'transmits power' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this defines the answer.

'verdi's composition' is the wordplay.
'composition' indicates anagramming the letters.
'verdis' anagrammed gives 'DRIVES'.

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(Other definitions for drives that I've seen before include "Needs must when the devil ..., it's said" , "Motors" , "'Impels, guides (6)'" , "Applies force to propel something" , "Controls movement of a vehicle" .)

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