Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word OVULATE

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What does OVULATE mean?

OVULATE verb
  1. To produce eggs or ova
OVULATE adjective
  1. Containing, or bearing, an ovule.

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