Cryptic crossword clue
Police officer returns wave 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "wave" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case wave = billow.
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 BILLOW mean?

BILLOW noun
  1. A large wave, swell, surge, or undulating mass of something, such as water, smoke, fabric or sound
BILLOW verb
  1. To surge or roll in billows.
  2. To swell out or bulge.

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