Cryptic crossword clue
Browbeaten commander tied the knot 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Browbeaten" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case browbeaten = cowed.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does COWED mean?

COWED verb
  1. (chiefly in the passive voice) To intimidate; to daunt the spirits or courage of.
COWED adjective
  1. Frightened into submission.

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