Cryptic crossword clue
Pal drops Roger for Nick  5

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

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What does FIEND  mean?

FIEND  noun
  1. A devil or demon; a malignant or diabolical being; an evil spirit.
  2. A very evil person.
  3. An enemy; a foe.
  4. The enemy of mankind, specifically, the Devil; Satan.
  5. An addict or fanatic.
FIEND  verb
  1. To yearn; to be desperate (for something).

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