Aretha __, Soul Singer

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Transport, Group 117, Puzzle 1 (Paragliding).

Question

Aretha __, Soul Singer

Answer

FRANKLIN

Word Meaning:

FRANKLIN — (historical) A freeholder, especially as belonging to a class of landowners in the 14th and 15th century ranking at the bottom of the gentry.

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