Crossword Genius

Musical right for car worker (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

greaser

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'car worker' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps you can see a link between them that I can't see?

'musical right' is the wordplay.
'musical' becomes 'grease' (Grease is a film musical).
'right' becomes 'r' (common abbreviation).
'grease'+'r'='GREASER'

'for' acts as a link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for greaser that I've seen before include "(Unskilled) mechanic" , "Biker" , "Mechanic - sycophant" , "Young motorcyclist" , "An unctuous individual" .)

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