Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word LEERS

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What does LEERS mean?

LEERS noun
  1. A significant side glance; a glance expressive of some passion, as malignity, amorousness, etc.; a sly or lecherous look.
  2. An arch or affected glance or cast of countenance.
LEERS verb
  1. To look sideways or obliquely; now especially with sexual desire or malicious intent.
  2. To entice with a leer or leers.
LEERS noun
  1. The cheek.
  2. The face.
  3. One's appearance; countenance.
  4. Complexion; hue; colour.
  5. Flesh; skin.
  6. The flank or loin.
LEERS verb
  1. To teach.
  2. To learn.
LEERS noun
  1. A long oven or kiln, often having a moving belt, used for annealing glass.

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