Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word WATERSPOUT

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The straight part
We know that "weather feature /(10)" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case weather feature /(10) = waterspout.
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 WATERSPOUT mean?

WATERSPOUT noun
  1. A whirlwind that forms over water, not associated with a mesocyclone of a thunderstorm (contrary to a true tornado).
  2. A true tornado that passes over a body of water.
  3. A channel through which water is discharged, especially from the gutters of a roof.

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