Cryptic crossword clue
Damage reputation of French musical 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Damage reputation of" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case damage reputation of = defame.
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What does DEFAME mean?

DEFAME noun
  1. Disgrace, dishonour.
  2. Defamation; slander, libel.
DEFAME verb
  1. To disgrace; to bring into disrepute.
  2. To charge; to accuse (someone) of an offence.
  3. To harm or diminish the reputation of; to disparage.

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