Cryptic crossword clue
Hide on front of ancient shield 5

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

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

PELTA noun
  1. A small shield, especially one of an approximately elliptical form, or crescent-shaped.
  2. A crescent-shaped design used in mosaics.
  3. A flat apothecium with no rim.
  4. A crescent-shaped sheet of microtubules that encircles the base of the flagella of a protozoan.

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