Cryptic crossword clue
Upstanding characters are as patent in the county 6

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

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Buddy explains!

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What does BIPEDS mean?

BIPEDS noun
  1. An animal, being or construction that goes about on two feet (or two legs).

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