Cryptic crossword clue
Beer makes us fat 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Beer/fa" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case beer/fa = stout.
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 STOUT mean?

STOUT noun
  1. A dark and strong malt brew made with toasted grain.
  2. An obese person.
  3. A large clothing size.
STOUT adjective
  1. Large; bulky.
  2. Bold, strong-minded.
  3. Proud; haughty.
  4. Firm; resolute; dauntless.
  5. Materially strong, enduring.
  6. Obstinate.
STOUT noun
  1. Gnat.
  2. Gadfly.

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