Cryptic crossword clue
Fireman perhaps needs a little money for something to eat 12

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

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What does PUMPERNICKEL mean?

PUMPERNICKEL noun
  1. A German sourdough bread made from rye.

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