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The Clue
More dear (7 letter answer)
The Answer
STEEPER
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Notes
The answer STEEPER is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1300 puzzles.
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Definition
STEEPER as a noun:
1. a vessel (usually a pot or vat) used for steeping
STEEP as an adjective:
1. having a sharp inclination; "the steep attic stairs"; "steep cliffs"
2. (exorbitant, extortionate, outrageous, steep, unconscionable, usurious) = greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation; "exorbitant rent"; "extortionate prices"; "spends an outrageous amount on entertainment"; "usurious interest rate"; "unconscionable spending"
3. of a slope; set at a high angle; "note the steep incline"; "a steep roof sheds snow"