Cryptic crossword clue
Caught by policeman, hold criminal peasant 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "peasant" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case peasant = clodhopper.
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 CLODHOPPER mean?

CLODHOPPER noun
  1. A strong shoe for heavy-duty use, a boot.
  2. Any kind of shoe.
  3. United States Navy ankle length work shoes, distinct from dress shoes or combat boots.
  4. A peasant or yokel.
  5. A clumsy or foolish person.
  6. Wheatear; any of various passerine birds.

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