Cryptic crossword clue
Combining tart with sugar coating removing top 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Combining" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case combining = piecing.
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 PIECING mean?

PIECING verb
  1. (usually with together) To assemble (something real or figurative).
  2. To make, enlarge, or repair, by the addition of a piece or pieces; to patch; often with out.
  3. To produce a work of graffiti more complex than a tag.
PIECING noun
  1. A patch.

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