Cryptic crossword clue
Clobber thief, say, with obstructions left out 14

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 14 letter word KNICKERBOCKERS

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The straight part
We know that "Clobber" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case clobber = knickerbockers.
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 KNICKERBOCKERS mean?

KNICKERBOCKERS noun
  1. Men's or boys' baggy knee breeches, of a type particularly popular in the early 20th century.

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