Cryptic crossword clue
Endless task, getting drink for punchbowl? 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word JORUM

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The straight part
We know that "punchbowl/punchbowl" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case punchbowl/punchbowl = jorum.
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 JORUM mean?

JORUM noun
  1. A large vessel for drinking (usually alcoholic beverages).
  2. A large quantity.
  3. The contents, or quantity of the contents, of such a vessel.

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