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Flier In A Flat Spin Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
FANTAIL which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
FANTAIL
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "FANTAIL" which means:
- noun
- • An overhang consisting of the fan-shaped part of the deck extending aft of the sternpost of a ship
An example sentence would be:
- • "The fantail is a small bird native to new zealand."
- • "I saw a beautiful fantail perched on a branch in the garden."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic13 Jan 2014 | Down 17 | |
| The Guardian Cryptic20 Nov 2000 | Across 8 | |
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