Cryptic crossword clue
Do catch tailless fish: it sounds deep 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CONTRABASS

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The straight part
We know that "it sounds deep" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case it sounds deep = contrabass.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does CONTRABASS mean?

CONTRABASS noun
  1. Part or section one octave lower than bass.
  2. Double bass, string bass
  3. Person or instrument performing the contrabass part.

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