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The Clue
Style of pinafore (4 letter answer)
The Answer
TIER
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Notes
The answer TIER is seen frequently, appearing about once every 50 puzzles.
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Definition
TIER as a noun:
1. (grade, level, tier) = a relative position or degree of value in a graded group; "lumber of the highest grade"
2. any one of two or more competitors who tie one another
3. (tier, tier up) = a worker who ties something
4. something that is used for tying; "the sail is fastened to the yard with tiers"
5. one of two or more layers one atop another; "tier upon tier of huge casks"; "a three-tier wedding cake"