Double Definition cryptic clue

Average, nasty (4)

Two separate definitions of one word, bolted together with no wordplay at all. Solve this free double definition cryptic crossword clue on Icqu Cryptic (4) — hints and a full breakdown after you solve.

4 lettersDouble Definition cryptic cluesdifficulty 1/5par 1

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How double definition cryptic clues work

Two separate definitions of one word, bolted together with no wordplay at all.

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