Cryptic crossword clue
Tarsitting outside pub a sailor

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word ASPHALT

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The straight part
We know that "Tar" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tar = asphalt.
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 ASPHALT mean?

ASPHALT noun
  1. A sticky, black and highly viscous liquid or semi-solid, composed almost entirely of bitumen, that is present in most crude petroleums and in some natural deposits.
  2. Asphalt concrete, a hard ground covering used for roads and walkways.
ASPHALT verb
  1. To pave with asphalt.

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