Cryptic crossword clue
Observe something on a limb? 5

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

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The straight part

We know that "Observe" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case observe = watch.

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 WATCH mean?

1. A portable or wearable timepiece.
2. The act of guarding and observing someone or something.
3. A particular time period when guarding is kept.
4. A person or group of people who guard.
5. The post or office of a watchman; also, the place where a watchman is posted, or where a guard is kept.
6. A group of sailors and officers aboard a ship or shore station with a common period of duty: starboard watch, port watch.
7. A period of time on duty, usually four hours in length; the officers and crew who tend the working of a vessel during the same watch. (FM 55–501).
8. The act of seeing, or viewing, for a period of time.

1. To look at, see, or view for a period of time.
2. To observe over a period of time; to notice or pay attention.
3. To mind, attend, or guard.
4. To be wary or cautious of.
5. To attend to dangers to or regarding.
6. To remain awake with a sick or dying person; to maintain a vigil.
7. To be vigilant or on one's guard.
8. To act as a lookout.
9. (of a buoy) To serve the purpose of a watchman by floating properly in its place.
10. To be awake.
11. To be on the lookout for; to wait for expectantly.

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