Cryptic crossword clue
What bassists use to pull short pin up 6

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

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The straight part
We know that "What bassists use" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case what bassists use = catgut.
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.
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What does CATGUT mean?

CATGUT noun
  1. A cord of great toughness made from the intestines of animals, especially of sheep, used for strings of musical instruments, etc.
  2. The material from which such cords are made.
  3. A sort of linen or canvas, with wide interstices.

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