Cryptic crossword clue
Fabric not at all nice with hole in it 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Fabric" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fabric = voile.
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 VOILE mean?

VOILE noun
  1. A light, translucent cotton fabric used for making curtains and dresses.

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