Cryptic crossword clue
Make stainless poet, who’s leaving den behind, cold and unproductive 3-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word DRY-CLEAN

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What does DRY-CLEAN mean?

DRY-CLEAN verb
  1. To clean clothes or other fabrics through a process that uses solvents and specialized equipment instead of using water.

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