Cryptic crossword clue
Cheeky child, a scruff, lifts clothing 10

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

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The straight part
We know that "Cheeky child" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cheeky child = jackanapes.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does JACKANAPES mean?

JACKANAPES noun
  1. A monkey.
  2. An impudent or mischievous person.
JACKANAPES noun
  1. A jackanapes.

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