Cryptic crossword clue
Dresses with fine 18 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Dresses" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case dresses = frocks.
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 FROCKS mean?

FROCKS noun
  1. A dress, a piece of clothing for a female, which consists of a skirt and a cover for the upper body.
  2. An outer garment worn by priests and other clericals; a habit.
  3. A sailor's jersey.
  4. An undress regimental coat.
FROCKS noun
  1. A frog.

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