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The Clue
Palindrome for pater (3 letter answer)
The Answer
DAD
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Notes
The answer DAD is seen frequently, appearing about once every 90 puzzles.
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Definition
DAD as a noun:
1. (dad, dada, daddy, pa, papa, pappa, pop) = an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk