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clue

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clue

Noun

∙ A strand of yarn etc. as used to guide one through a labyrinth; something which points the way, a guide. now rare
∙ Information which may lead one to a certain point or conclusion.
∙ An object or a kind of indication which may be used as evidence.
∙ Insight or understanding ("to have a clue [about]" or "to have clue". See have a clue, clue stick) slang

Verb

∙ To provide with a clue.
∙ To provide someone with information which he or she lacks (often used with "in" or "up").

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