The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC November competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 18: Hermit perhaps killed time in cell around 2001

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A clue to HUMMINGBIRD.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 1 competitor, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.Surface reading doesn't quite have it ("2001" a bit weak) buy I liked "killed time in cell" = "hung bird"
2.The clue is sound though the arbitrary '2001' isn't great for the surface.