Point of foul play? Crossword Clue

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Point of foul play? Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves
2. a square rod of land
(verb)
1. propel with a pole
2. deoxidize molten metals by stirring them with a wooden pole

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

FOUL (verb)
1. become or cause to become obstructed
2. make impure
FOUL (adjective)
1. (of a manuscript) defaced with changes
2. violating accepted standards or rules
FOUL (noun)
1. an act that violates the rules of a sport
PLAY (verb)
1. contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
2. pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
PLAY (noun)
1. a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
2. the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully

Hint 3: Anagram

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