Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word EDIFYING

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What does EDIFYING mean?

EDIFYING verb
  1. To build, construct.
  2. To instruct or improve morally or intellectually.
EDIFYING noun
  1. Edification
EDIFYING adjective
  1. That educates, informs, illuminates or instructs.
  2. That enlightens or uplifts.

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