Cryptic crossword clue
Timber producer of high standing, well-liked until found to be heartless 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word POPLAR

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What does POPLAR mean?

POPLAR noun
  1. Any of various deciduous trees of the genus Populus.
  2. Wood from the poplar tree.

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