Cryptic crossword clue
Type of paint used for some name labels 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "Type of paint" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case type of paint = enamel.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does ENAMEL mean?

ENAMEL noun
  1. An opaque, glassy coating baked onto metal or ceramic objects.
  2. A coating that dries to a hard, glossy finish.
  3. The hard covering on the exposed part of a tooth.
  4. A cosmetic intended to give the appearance of a smooth and beautiful complexion.
ENAMEL verb
  1. To coat or decorate with enamel.
  2. To variegate with colours, as if with enamel.
  3. To form a glossy surface like enamel upon.
  4. To disguise with cosmetics, as a woman's complexion.

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