Cryptic crossword clue
Fellow’s keeping odd bits of non-fat dyes 6

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

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

HENNAS noun
  1. A shrub, Lawsonia inermis, having fragrant reddish flowers
  2. A reddish plant substance, prepared from the dried leaves of this plant, used for temporary tattoos and hair coloring. Hair colorings range from bright red to earth brown to near black.
  3. A rich reddish-brown colour.
HENNAS verb
  1. To dye or tattoo with henna.

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