Cryptic crossword clue
Shades, not drawn first around one 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word BLINIS

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What does BLINIS mean?

BLINIS noun
  1. A small pancake, of Russian origin, made from buckwheat flour; traditionally served with melted butter, sour cream and caviar or smoked salmon.

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