Cryptic crossword clue
Steamer-like vessel, basically boat, that's entering busy marina 4-5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word BAIN-MARIE

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The straight part
We know that "Steamer-like vessel" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case steamer-like vessel = bain-marie.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does BAIN-MARIE mean?

BAIN-MARIE noun
  1. In cooking, a large pan containing hot water, into which other smaller pans are set in order to cook food slowly, or to keep food warm.

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