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The Clue

Surgery need (5 letter answer)

The Answer

CLAMP

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Notes

The answer CLAMP is uncommon, appearing about once every 475 puzzles.

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Definition

CLAMP as a noun:

1. (clamp, clinch) = a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together

CLAMP as a verb:

1. fasten or fix with a clamp; "clamp the chair together until the glue has hardened"
2. impose or inflict forcefully; "The military government clamped a curfew onto the capital"