Cryptic crossword clue
Jumpin’ up and down in a reel 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word BOBBIN

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The straight part
We know that "a reel" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case a reel = bobbin.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does BOBBIN mean?

BOBBIN noun
  1. A spool or cylinder around which wire is coiled.
  2. In a sewing machine, the small spool that holds the lower thread.
  3. The little rounded piece of wood at the end of a latch string, which is pulled to raise the latch.
  4. (haberdashery) A fine cord or narrow braid.

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