The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC November competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 36: Refined, trim and elegant male (9)

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A clue to GENTLEMAN.
3 comments refer to this clue (from 3 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Trim can't be a verb in the wordplay without ruining the grammar. However, it works as an adjective.
2.'trim' does not form part of the definition of 'gentleman' and spikes the &lit element.
3.A gentleman isn't necessarily trim and elegant