Cryptic crossword clue
“Sail upwind, Captain!” cried Spooner, in monochrome garment of knotted cloth 5,3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 3 letter word BLACK TIE

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What does BLACK TIE mean?

BLACK TIE adjective
  1. Moderately formal; usually requiring a dinner jacket (tuxedo) for men.

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