The Clue
Class-conscious figure? (4 letter answer)
The Answer
DEAN
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Notes
The answer DEAN is seen frequently, appearing about once every 90 puzzles.
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Definition
DEAN as a noun:
1. an administrator in charge of a division of a university or college
2. (Dean, James Dean, James Byron Dean) = United States film actor whose moody rebellious roles made him a cult figure (1931-1955)
3. (dean, doyen) = a man who is the senior member of a group; "he is the dean of foreign correspondents"
4. (Roman Catholic Church) the head of the College of Cardinals