Cryptic crossword clue
Mac adding strength of spirit to general excellence 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word WATERPROOF

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The straight part
We know that "Mac" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case mac = waterproof.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does WATERPROOF mean?

WATERPROOF noun
  1. A substance or preparation for rendering cloth, leather, etc., impervious to water.
  2. Cloth made waterproof, or any article made of such cloth, or of other waterproof material, as rubber; especially, an outer garment made of such material.
WATERPROOF verb
  1. To make waterproof or water-resistant.
WATERPROOF adjective
  1. Unaffected by water.
  2. Made of or covered with material that doesn't allow water in.
  3. Incapable of failing; unassailable.

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