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The Clue

What some maids watch (6 letter answer)

The Answer

METERS

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Notes

The answer METERS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 600 puzzles.

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Definition

METER as a noun:

1. (meter, metre, m) = the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
2. any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity
3. (meter, metre, measure, beat, cadence) = (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
4. (meter, metre, time) = rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration

METER as a verb:

1. measure with a meter; "meter the flow of water"
2. stamp with a meter indicating the postage; "meter the mail"