Cryptic crossword clue
Quickly look up in compartment for flight attendant? 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word LOCKKEEPER

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Crossword Answer definitions

LOCKKEEPER noun
  1. The person assigned to look after a canal or river lock, operating it and organizing its maintenance.

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