Cryptic crossword clue
Creates illumination for opening of Gregorian manuscript found in meadow? On the contrary 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Creates illumination" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case creates illumination = gleams.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does GLEAMS mean?

GLEAMS noun
  1. A small or indistinct shaft or stream of light.
  2. A glimpse or hint; an indistinct sign of something.
  3. Brightness or shininess; splendor.
GLEAMS verb
  1. To shine; to glitter; to glisten.
  2. To be briefly but strongly apparent.
  3. To disgorge filth, as a hawk.

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