Cryptic crossword clue
Put out party treat 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word DOUSE

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The straight part
We know that "Put out" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case put out = douse.
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 DOUSE mean?

DOUSE noun
  1. A sudden plunging into water.
DOUSE verb
  1. To plunge suddenly into water; to duck; to immerse.
  2. To fall suddenly into water.
  3. To put out; to extinguish.
DOUSE noun
  1. A blow or stroke, especially to the face.
DOUSE verb
  1. To strike, beat, or thrash.
  2. To strike or lower in haste; to slacken suddenly

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