Cryptic crossword clue
Fat animals going round edges of rotting floors 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word FLABBERGASTS

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What does FLABBERGASTS mean?

FLABBERGASTS noun
  1. An awkward person.
  2. Overwhelming confusion, shock, or surprise.
FLABBERGASTS verb
  1. To overwhelm with bewilderment; to amaze, confound, or stun, especially in a ludicrous manner.

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