The Clue
It keeps a cook tied up (5 letter answer)
The Answer
APRON
Tags
Notes
The answer APRON is seen frequently, appearing about once every 160 puzzles.
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Definition
APRON as a noun:
1. a garment of cloth or leather or plastic that is tied about the waist and worn to protect your clothing
2. (golf) the part of the fairway leading onto the green
3. (proscenium, apron, forestage) = the part of a modern theater stage between the curtain and the orchestra (i.e., in front of the curtain)
4. a paved surface where aircraft stand while not being used