The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word STEAK
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The straight part
We know that "Meat" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case meat = steak.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 STEAK mean?
STEAK noun- Beefsteak, a slice of beef, broiled or cut for broiling.
- (by extension) A relatively large, thick slice or slab cut from another animal, a vegetable, etc.
- (seafood) A slice of meat cut across the grain (perpendicular to the spine) from a fish.
- To cook (something, especially fish) like or as a steak.