Cryptic crossword clue
Geordie teacher got up out of bed 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "out of bed" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case out of bed = risen.
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 RISEN mean?

RISEN verb
  1. To move, or appear to move, physically upwards relative to the ground.
  2. To increase in value or standing.
  3. To begin; to develop.
  4. To go up; to ascend; to climb.
  5. To cause to go up or ascend.
  6. To retire; to give up a siege.
  7. To come; to offer itself.
  8. To be lifted, or capable of being lifted, from the imposing stone without dropping any of the type; said of a form.

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