Cryptic crossword clue
Collier to ride about astride horse 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Collier" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case collier = digger.
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 DIGGER mean?

DIGGER noun
  1. A large piece of machinery that digs holes or trenches; an excavator.
  2. A tool for digging.
  3. A spade (playing card).
  4. One who digs.
  5. A gold miner, one who digs for gold.
  6. An informal nickname for a friend; used as a term of endearment.
  7. An Australian soldier.

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