Cryptic crossword clue
One beginning to close old fireplaces 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "old fireplaces" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case old fireplaces = ingles.
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 INGLES mean?

INGLES noun
  1. An open fireplace.
INGLES noun
  1. A catamite.
INGLES noun
  1. A paramour; a favourite; a sweetheart.
INGLES noun
  1. A male lover.

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