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What surgeon uses in order to tackle soft lump primarily (7)

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scalpel

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(Other definitions for scalpel that I've seen before include "Sharp cutting tool" , "Surgeon's instrument" , "Surgical instrument" , "Surgical blade" , "Theatrical knife?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Hindu.
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