Cryptic crossword clue
Names US mountains as stated by Yankee 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word APPELLATIONS

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More clues leading to the result APPELLATIONS

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The straight part
We know that "Names" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case names = appellations.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does APPELLATIONS mean?

APPELLATIONS noun
  1. A name, title or designation.
  2. A geographical indication for wine that describes its geographic origin.

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