Cryptic crossword clue
Henry taken in by five fivers, counterfeit 5

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

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

PHONY noun
  1. A person who assumes an identity or quality other than their own.
  2. A person who professes beliefs or opinions that they do not hold.
  3. Anything fraudulent or fake.
PHONY adjective
  1. Fraudulent; fake; having a misleading appearance.

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