Cryptic crossword clue
Champion swallow in blowing wind? 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word BACKDRAUGHT

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The straight part
We know that "blowing wind" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case blowing wind = backdraught.
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 BACKDRAUGHT mean?

BACKDRAUGHT noun
  1. Sudden, dangerous recombustion that occurs when there is a rapid reintroduction of oxygen to an enclosed space containing a fire.

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