Cryptic crossword clue
Short creep with large head 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "head" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case head = skull.
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 SKULL mean?

SKULL noun
  1. The main bones of the head considered as a unit; including the cranium, facial bones, and mandible.
  2. A symbol for death; death's-head
  3. The mind or brain.
  4. A crust formed on the ladle, etc. by the partial cooling of molten metal.
  5. The crown of the headpiece in armour.
  6. A shallow bow-handled basket.
SKULL verb
  1. To hit in the head with a fist, a weapon, or a thrown object.
  2. To strike the top of (the ball).
SKULL noun
  1. (collective) A group of fish or a group of marine mammals such as porpoises, dolphins, or whales.
  2. A multitude.

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