Cryptic crossword clue
Ordinary iron ship 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word FESS

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The straight part
We know that "Ordinary" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ordinary = fess.
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 FESS mean?

FESS verb
  1. To confess; to admit.
FESS noun
  1. A horizontal band across the middle of the shield.
FESS adjective
  1. (British dialect) Proud; conceited.
  2. (British dialect) Lively; active; strong.
  3. (British dialect) Of animals, bad-tempered, fierce.

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