Cryptic crossword clue
Has to be embraced by a stunner 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word PHASER

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The straight part
We know that "stunner" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case stunner = phaser.
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 PHASER mean?

PHASER noun
  1. An electronic device that produces special effects on the sound produced by an electric guitar etc.
  2. Fictional energy weapon, with multiple settings for degree of intensity, from the television series Star Trek (1966–69).
PHASER verb
  1. To shoot with a phaser weapon.

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