Cryptic crossword clue
Reported mentor’s subjected to ridicule 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "subjected to ridicule" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case subjected to ridicule = guyed.
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 GUYED mean?

GUYED adjective
  1. Fitted with or attached to a guy.
  2. Fitted to serve as a guy.
GUYED verb
  1. To exhibit an effigy of Guy Fawkes around the 5th November.
  2. To make fun of, to ridicule with wit or innuendo.
  3. To play in a comedic manner.
GUYED verb
  1. To equip with a support cable.

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