Cryptic crossword clue
Muslim ruler has name for student and effect of exposure 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "effect of exposure" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case effect of exposure = suntan.
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 SUNTAN mean?

SUNTAN noun
  1. In humans a brown or darkened coloration of the skin caused by exposure to ultraviolet light.
SUNTAN verb
  1. To obtain a suntan by exposure to ultraviolet light.
  2. To attempt to obtain a suntan.

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