Cryptic crossword clue
He fights with oarsmen on boat 13

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word CRUISERWEIGHT

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The straight part
We know that "He fights" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case he fights = cruiserweight.
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 CRUISERWEIGHT mean?

CRUISERWEIGHT noun
  1. Light heavyweight
  2. A boxer weighing less than 200lb; heavier than a light heavyweight and lighter than a heavyweight.
  3. A wrestler weighing less than 210lb; heavier than a light heavyweight and lighter than a heavyweight.

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