Cryptic crossword clue
Chopper, one managing to collect tartar, primarily 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Chopper" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case chopper = copter.
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 COPTER mean?

COPTER noun
  1. A helicopter.
COPTER verb
  1. To helicopter: to transport by helicopter.
  2. To helicopter: to travel by helicopter.
  3. To move like a helicopter.

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