Cryptic crossword clue
Metal found in Rockall oysters? 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word ALLOY

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What does ALLOY mean?

ALLOY noun
  1. A metal that is a combination of two or more elements, at least one of which is a metal.
  2. A metal of lesser value, mixed with a metal of greater value.
  3. An admixture; something added which stains, taints etc.
  4. Fusion, marriage, combination.
ALLOY verb
  1. To mix or combine; often used of metals.
  2. To reduce the purity of by mixing with a less valuable substance.
  3. To impair or debase by mixture.

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