Cryptic crossword clue
Over foot of daddy, fit boot 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "boot" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case boot = welly.
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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Crossword Answer definitions

WELLY noun
  1. Wellington boot.
  2. Force on a pedal or increase to any fuel or power for an engine or motor.
  3. Force or effort.
WELLY adverb
  1. Almost; nearly.

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