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Way in which one might lead a young filly on? (6,4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

bridle path

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'way' is the definition.
(bridle path is a kind of way)

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(Other definitions for bridle path that I've seen before include "Country route" , "Bay could use this" , "Riding route" , "The way for horses and groom" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times and The Sunday Times.
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