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| 3 | 28% | 5 | Emulated an Argonaut | |
An Argonaut Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 6 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
CASTOR which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
CASTOR
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "CASTOR" which means:
- noun
- • A shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling powdered sugar
- • A multiple star with 6 components; second brightest in gemini; close to pollux
- • Type genus of the castoridae: beavers
- • A pivoting roller attached to the bottom of furniture or trucks or portable machines to make them movable
- • A hat made with the fur of a beaver (or similar material)
An example sentence would be:
- • "Castor oil is derived from the seeds of the castor plant."
- • "The castor plant is native to eastern africa."
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| New York Times13 Jun 1982 | Across 72 | |
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