Cryptic crossword clue
Waxy stuff to take over on the floor? 5

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

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The straight part
We know that "Waxy stuff" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case waxy stuff = cutin.
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 CUTIN mean?

CUTIN noun
  1. A waxy polymer of hydroxy acids that is the main constituent of plant cuticle.

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