Cryptic crossword clue
Shadowy figure holding stuffing for Xmas bird with both hands 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Shadowy figure" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shadowy figure = lurker.
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 LURKER mean?

LURKER noun
  1. One who lurks.
  2. A small fishing-boat.

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