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Fine bannister in a decrepit state (5) Crossword Clue

Last seen in: The Guardian Cryptic · 2026-10-26

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(noun)

  1. a basket for holding dried fruit (especially raisins or figs)
  2. the weight of a frail (basket) full of raisins or figs; between 50 and 75 pounds

(adjective)

  1. physically weak

(adjective satellite)

  1. easily broken or damaged or destroyed
  2. wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings

(noun)

  1. a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling
  2. English runner who in 1954 became the first person to run a mile in less than four minutes (born in 1929)

1 Potential Answers:

  • 99% match 5 letters
    FRAIL

    Fine bannister in a decrepit state (5) (5)

    The Guardian Cryptic · Oct 26, 2026

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