Cryptic crossword clue
Crack from unknown imbecile 5

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "imbecile" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case imbecile = goofy.
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 GOOFY mean?

GOOFY adjective
  1. Silly, quirky
GOOFY noun
  1. One who rides with the right foot forward.
GOOFY adjective
  1. Riding with the right foot forward.

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