The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word AJOWAN
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The straight part
We know that "Provider of antiseptic" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case provider of antiseptic = ajowan.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 AJOWAN mean?
AJOWAN noun- A plant in the family Apiaceae (Trachyspermum ammi), and its seed, which is used (especially in South Asian cooking) for its thyme-like flavor.