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The Clue
Suction-pipe strainer (5 letter answer)
The Answer
STRUM
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Notes
The answer STRUM is uncommon, appearing about once every 375 puzzles.
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Definition
STRUM as a noun:
1. sound of strumming; "the strum of a guitar"
STRUM as a verb:
1. (strum, thrum) = sound the strings of (a string instrument); "strum a guitar"