Cryptic crossword clue
Stairway ultimately needing a form of cover 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word GHAT

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The straight part
We know that "Stairway" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case stairway = ghat.
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 GHAT mean?

GHAT noun
  1. A descending path or stairway to a river; a ford or landing-place.
  2. A mountain range.
  3. A mountain pass.
  4. A steep ravine leading to the sea.
  5. A burning-ghat.

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