Cryptic crossword clue
Possibly overlooked source of smoke – burning? 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word SLIGHTED

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What does SLIGHTED mean?

SLIGHTED verb
  1. To treat as unimportant or not worthy of attention; to make light of.
  2. To give lesser weight or importance to.
  3. To treat with disdain or neglect, usually out of prejudice, hatred, or jealousy; to ignore disrespectfully.
  4. To act negligently or carelessly.
  5. (of a fortification) To render no longer defensible by full or partial demolition.
  6. To make even or level.
  7. To throw heedlessly.

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