Cryptic crossword clue
Fieldwork nurtured a non-specialist to some extent 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Fieldwork" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fieldwork = redan.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does REDAN mean?

REDAN noun
  1. A defensive fortification work in the shape of a V.

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