The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word LECH
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The straight part
We know that "Goat/alpine village" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case goat/alpine village = lech.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 LECH mean?
LECH noun- A strong, lecherous desire or craving.
- A lecher.
- To behave lecherously
- The capstone of a cromlech.