The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word DEAR
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The straight part
We know that "Beloved" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case beloved = dear.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 DEAR mean?
DEAR noun- A very kind, loving person.
- A beloved person.
- An affectionate, familiar term of address, such as used between husband and wife.
- To endear.
- High in price; expensive.
- Loved; lovable.
- Loving, affectionate, heartfelt
- Precious to or greatly valued by someone.
- A formal way to start (possibly after my) addressing somebody at the beginning of a letter, memo etc.
- A formal way to start (often after my) addressing somebody one likes or regards kindly.
- An ironic way to start (often after my) addressing an inferior.
- Noble.
- Dearly; at a high price
- Severe, or severely affected; sore.
- Fierce.