Cryptic crossword clue
Mrs Dogberry?

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word MALAPROP

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What does MALAPROP mean?

MALAPROP noun
  1. A malapropism.
MALAPROP verb
  1. To use a malapropism.
MALAPROP adjective
  1. Characterized by the use of malapropisms.

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