The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word PLOUTER
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The straight part
We know that "Potter" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case potter = plouter.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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What does PLOUTER mean?
PLOUTER noun- The act of ploutering, or splashing about.
- To splash around in something wet; to dabble.
- To potter.