Cryptic crossword clue
Author's left side cloaks, 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "cloaks" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cloaks = shawls.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does SHAWLS mean?

SHAWLS noun
  1. A square or rectangular piece of cloth worn as a covering for the head, neck, and shoulders, typically by women.
  2. A fold of wrinkled flesh under the lips and neck of a bloodhound, used in scenting.

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