Cryptic crossword clue
Instrument used by urban joiner 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Instrument" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case instrument = banjo.
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 BANJO mean?

BANJO noun
  1. A stringed musical instrument (chordophone), usually with a round body, a membrane-like soundboard and a fretted neck, played by plucking or strumming the strings.
  2. Any of various similar musical instruments, such as the Tuvan doshpuluur, with a membrane-like soundboard.
  3. An object shaped like a banjo, especially a frying pan or a shovel.
  4. (Dagenham) A cul-de-sac with a round end.
BANJO verb
  1. To play a banjo.
  2. To beat, to knock down.
  3. To shell or attack (a target).

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