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The Clue

Pollux's twin (6 letter answer)

The Answer

CASTOR

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Notes

The answer CASTOR is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1100 puzzles.

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Definition

CASTOR as a noun:

1. (Castor, Alpha Geminorum) = a multiple star with 6 components; second brightest in Gemini; close to Pollux
2. (caster, castor) = a shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling powdered sugar
3. (caster, castor) = a pivoting roller attached to the bottom of furniture or trucks or portable machines to make them movable
4. (beaver, castor) = a hat made with the fur of a beaver (or similar material)
5. (Castor, genus Castor) = type genus of the Castoridae: beavers