The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word DRIZZLED
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The straight part
We know that "Sprinkled" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sprinkled = drizzled.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does DRIZZLED mean?
DRIZZLED verb- To rain lightly.
- To shed slowly in minute drops or particles.
- To pour slowly and evenly, especially oil or honey in cooking.
- To cover by pouring in this manner.
- To urinate.
- To carry out parfilage, the process of unravelling.