Cryptic crossword clue
Advance idea from papa about beginning of pregnancy 13

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word PRECONCEPTION

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The straight part
We know that "Advance idea" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case advance idea = preconception.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does PRECONCEPTION mean?

PRECONCEPTION noun
  1. An opinion formed before obtaining adequate evidence, especially as the result of bias or prejudice.
  2. A prejudice that prevents rational consideration of an issue.
PRECONCEPTION adjective
  1. Preconceptional.

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