The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word CRAPPER
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What does CRAPPER mean?
CRAPPER adjective- (mildly) Of poor quality.
- A chamber pot or toilet, particularly a flush toilet by Thomas Crapper.
- A lavatory or outhouse.
- A half-glass of whiskey.