Cryptic crossword clue
Impure metal forming second shower of missiles 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word SPELTER

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The straight part
We know that "Impure metal" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case impure metal = spelter.
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 SPELTER mean?

SPELTER noun
  1. Zinc, often in blocks or ingot form.
  2. Zinc alloyed with another metal (especially copper), used as a solder.
  3. An objet d'art made from zinc.

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