Cryptic crossword clue
Strip protection from team without right back 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Strip protection from" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case strip protection from = unarm.
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 UNARM mean?

UNARM verb
  1. To disarm, to remove the armour and weapons from.
  2. To remove one's armour.

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