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noun • a sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock • a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail • an iron hook with a handle; used for landing large fish | ||||||||
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noun • a loud resonant repeating noise verb • make a loud noise | ||||||||
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noun • a socially awkward or tactless act | ||||||||
Poles Tactless Remark Putting English Off Crossword Clue
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GAFF which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
GAFF
Updated: October 14, 2023
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| The Guardian Cryptic22 Apr 2008 | Across 21 | |
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