Enter a clue or pattern or both:
The Clue
Boom support (4 letter answer)
The Answer
MAST
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Notes
The answer MAST is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.
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Definition
MAST as a noun:
1. a vertical spar for supporting sails
2. nuts of forest trees (as beechnuts and acorns) accumulated on the ground; used especially as food for swine
3. nuts of forest trees used as feed for swine
4. any sturdy upright pole