This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 9, 2026 (49 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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TAM as a word: Synonym of picul, a unit of weight, particularly in Cantonese contexts; A surname.
TAM has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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