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The Clue

English counties (6 letter answer)

The Answer

SHIRES

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Notes

The answer SHIRES is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1000 puzzles.

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Definition

SHIRE as a noun:

1. a former administrative district of England; equivalent to a county
2. (shire, shire horse) = British breed of large heavy draft horse