Cryptic crossword clue
Cut deeply into good wood 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word GASH

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The straight part
We know that "Cut deeply" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cut deeply = gash.
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.
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What does GASH mean?

GASH noun
  1. A deep cut.
  2. A vulva.
  3. A woman
  4. (British Royal Navy) Rubbish, spare kit
  5. Rubbish on board an aircraft
  6. Unused film or sound during film editing
  7. Poor quality beer, usually watered down.
GASH verb
  1. To make a deep, long cut; to slash.
GASH adjective
  1. Of poor quality; makeshift; improvised; temporary; substituted.
GASH adjective
  1. Ghastly; hideous

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