Cryptic crossword clue
For example, Greek leader with small type  of pencil copied ovoid

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word EGG-SHAPED

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The straight part
We know that "ovoid" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ovoid = egg-shaped.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does EGG-SHAPED mean?

EGG-SHAPED adjective
  1. Having the shape of an egg.

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