Cryptic crossword clue
Spar? Broach boxing rule 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Spar" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case spar = sprit.
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 SPRIT mean?

SPRIT noun
  1. A spar between mast and upper outer corner of a spritsail on sailing boats.
  2. A shoot; a sprout.
SPRIT verb
  1. To sprout; to bud; to germinate, as barley steeped for malt.
SPRIT verb
  1. To throw out with force from a narrow orifice; to eject; to spurt out.

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