Cryptic crossword clue
Weak son must first get the muscular strength 5

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

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What does THEWS mean?

THEWS noun
  1. A bondman; a slave.
THEWS verb
  1. To oppress; enslave.
THEWS noun
  1. Muscle or sinew.
  2. A good quality or habit; virtue.
  3. (usually plural) An attractive physical attribute, especially muscle; mental or moral vigour.
THEWS verb
  1. Instruct in morals or values; chastise.

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