The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word EXEGESIS
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result EXEGESIS
- Six geese on the loose – explanation needed
- Critical interpretation of sacrifice of six geese
- Ditzy Essex girl hands out drug first for analysis
- River development New England excluded in critical description
- Previous example with points is explanation
- Critical interpretation of former sieges misplaced
- Explanation of six geese flying around
- Interpretation of six geese flying?
Buddy explains!
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What does EXEGESIS mean?
EXEGESIS noun- An exposition or explanation of a text, especially a religious one.