Cryptic crossword clue
Check canine? 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word DOGTOOTH

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More clues leading to the result DOGTOOTH

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The straight part
We know that "Check/canine?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case check/canine? = dogtooth.
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 DOGTOOTH mean?

DOGTOOTH noun
  1. A canine tooth
  2. An ornament common in Gothic architecture, consisting of pointed projections resembling teeth.

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