Cryptic crossword clue
Bulb one unexpectedly discovers! 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word FLASHER

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Bulb/one unexpectedly discovers" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bulb/one unexpectedly discovers = flasher.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does FLASHER mean?

FLASHER noun
  1. Anything that flashes, especially a device that switches a light on and off.
  2. An indicator or turn signal.
  3. A person who exposes their genitals or female nipples.

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