Cryptic crossword clue
Hesitates to stop groom’s summary dismissal 4,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word BUM

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The straight part

We know that "summary dismissal" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case summary dismissal = bum.

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 BUM mean?

1. The buttocks.
2. The anus.

1. To sodomize; to engage in anal sex.

1. An expression of annoyance.

1. (sometimes derogatory) A homeless person, usually a man.
2. A lazy, incompetent, or annoying person, usually a man.
3. A player or racer who often performs poorly.
4. A drinking spree.

1. To ask someone to give one (something) for free; to beg for something.
2. To stay idle and unproductive, like a hobo or vagabond; to loiter.
3. To wet the end of a marijuana cigarette (spliff).

1. Of poor quality or highly undesirable.
2. Unfair.
3. Injured and without the possibility of full repair, defective.
4. Unpleasant or unhappy.

1. To depress; to make unhappy.

1. A humming noise.

1. To make a murmuring or humming sound.

1. A bumbailiff.

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