The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word BANDIT
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More clues leading to the result BANDIT
- Robber in gang, Italian
- Robber also cutting dash
- Outlaw born with exactly what’s needed
- Criminal gang with computer technology
- Robber gang taking computer technology
- Outlaw group over it
- Outlaw that has only one arm?
- Person robbing bar, primarily desiring wine
- Outlaw said in France to be gang member
- Spot bags with criminal
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The straight part
We know that "Outlaw" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case outlaw = bandit.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 BANDIT mean?
BANDIT noun- One who robs others in a lawless area, especially as part of a group.
- An outlaw.
- One who cheats others.
- An enemy aircraft.
- A runner who covertly joins a race without having registered as a participant.
- To rob, or steal from, in the manner of a bandit.