Cryptic crossword clue
Boy set out without one 3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word LAD

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The straight part
We know that "Boy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case boy = lad.
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 LAD mean?

LAD noun
  1. A boy or young man.
  2. A Jack the lad; a boyo.
  3. A familiar term of address for a young man.
  4. A groom who works with horses (also called stable-lad).
  5. The penis.

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