Cryptic crossword clue
Defective train going into sea 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Defective" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case defective = maimed.
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 MAIMED mean?

MAIMED verb
  1. To wound seriously; to cause permanent loss of function of a limb or part of the body.

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