Cryptic crossword clue
Stops for drinks 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word SCOTCHES

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The straight part
We know that "Stops/drinks" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case stops/drinks = scotches.
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 SCOTCHES mean?

SCOTCHES noun
  1. (as a plural noun, the Scotch) The people of Scotland.
  2. Whisky distilled in Scotland, especially from malted barley.
  3. Any variety of Scotch.
  4. A glass of Scotch.
SCOTCHES noun
  1. A surface cut or abrasion.
  2. A line drawn on the ground, as one used in playing hopscotch.
  3. A block for a wheel or other round object; a chock, wedge, prop, or other support, to prevent slipping.
SCOTCHES verb
  1. To cut or score; to wound superficially.
  2. To prevent (something) from being successful.
  3. To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
  4. To block a wheel or other round object.
  5. To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.
  6. To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads.
  7. To clothe or cover up.
SCOTCHES verb
  1. (Australian rhyming slang) To rape.

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