Cryptic crossword clue
Apple from which grub might emerge? 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word COOKER

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The straight part
We know that "Apple" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case apple = cooker.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does COOKER mean?

COOKER noun
  1. A device for heating food, a stove.
  2. (except in compounds) An appliance or utensil for cooking food.
  3. A cooking apple.

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