Cryptic crossword clue
Cave-dweller having year in grotto — led out 10

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Cave-dweller" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cave-dweller = troglodyte.
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 TROGLODYTE mean?

TROGLODYTE noun
  1. A member of a supposed prehistoric race that lived in caves or holes, a caveman.
  2. (by extension) Anything that lives underground.
  3. A reclusive, reactionary or out-of-date person, especially if brutish.
  4. The Eurasian wren, Troglodytes troglodytes.
  5. A person who chooses not to keep up-to-date with the latest software and hardware.

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