Cryptic crossword clue
Made a profit with some wonga in Edinburgh 6

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

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What does GAINED mean?

GAINED verb
  1. To acquire possession of.
  2. To have or receive advantage or profit; to acquire gain; to grow rich; to advance in interest, health, or happiness; to make progress.
  3. To come off winner or victor in; to be successful in; to obtain by competition.
  4. To increase.
  5. To be more likely to catch or overtake an individual.
  6. To reach.
  7. To draw into any interest or party; to win to one's side; to conciliate.
  8. To put on weight.
  9. (of a clock or watch) To run fast.

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