Cryptic crossword clue
Collar’s front finally black in colour 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word VANDYKE

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The straight part
We know that "Collar" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case collar = vandyke.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does VANDYKE mean?

VANDYKE noun
  1. An edge with ornamental triangular points.
  2. A style of facial hair which has both a mustache and goatee but with all cheek hair shaven.
  3. A style of dress or collar similar to those in Anthony van Dyck's portrait paintings; a small round cape, the border ornamented with points and indentations.
VANDYKE verb
  1. To fit or furnish with a vandyke; to form with points or scallops like a vandyke.

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