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The Clue

Helmsmen's hazards (5 letter answer)

The Answer

REEFS

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Notes

The answer REEFS is uncommon, appearing about once every 500 puzzles.

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Definition

REEF as a noun:

1. a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water
2. (Witwatersrand, Rand, Reef) = a rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese

REEF as a verb:

1. lower and bring partially inboard; "reef the sailboat's mast"
2. roll up (a portion of a sail) in order to reduce its area
3. reduce (a sail) by taking in a reef