Cryptic crossword clue
Child has one on hand for such gentle treatment 3,5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 5 letter word KID GLOVE

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The straight part
We know that "gentle treatment" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gentle treatment = kid glove.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does KID GLOVE mean?

KID GLOVE verb
  1. To treat mildly.
KID GLOVE adjective
  1. Marked by extreme care or sensitivity.

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