Cryptic crossword clue
Donkey kicking head of fox 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Donkey" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case donkey = lummox.
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 LUMMOX mean?

LUMMOX noun
  1. A clumsy, stupid person; an awkward bungler.

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