Cryptic crossword clue
Syrup man adopts proudly to begin with 5

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

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What does MAPLE mean?

MAPLE noun
  1. A tree of the Acer genus, characterised by its usually palmate leaves and winged seeds.
  2. The wood of such a tree, prized for its hardness and attractive appearance

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