Cryptic crossword clue
Boat operator in pub with expression of surprise 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Boat operator" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case boat operator = bargee.
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 BARGEE mean?

BARGEE noun
  1. A crewman of a working barge.

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