Cryptic crossword clue
Prison block needing the ultimate in security 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Prison" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case prison = chokey.
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 CHOKEY mean?

CHOKEY adjective
  1. Reminiscent of choking.
CHOKEY noun
  1. Prison
  2. A station, as for collection of customs, for palanquin bearers, police, etc.

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