The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word SCREENSHOT
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More clues leading to the result SCREENSHOT
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The straight part
We know that "image" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case image = screenshot.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 SCREENSHOT mean?
SCREENSHOT noun- An image of computer or smartphone screen output at a given moment in time.
- To take a screenshot of something.