The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word LENO
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More clues leading to the result LENO
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The straight part
We know that "oint, dejected" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case oint, dejected = leno.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 LENO mean?
LENO noun- A type of weave used to make light, open cotton fabric used for window curtains.