Cryptic crossword clue
All-rounder needing some Linnaean classification? 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word GENERALIST

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The straight part
We know that "All-rounder" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case all-rounder = generalist.
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 GENERALIST mean?

GENERALIST noun
  1. A person with a broad general knowledge, especially one with more than superficial knowledge in several areas and the ability to combine ideas from diverse fields.
  2. A general practitioner.
  3. Species which can thrive in a wide variety of environmental conditions.

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