Cryptic crossword clue
Concealment of gun, back in coup 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Concealment" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case concealment = coverup.
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.
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What does COVERUP mean?

COVERUP noun
  1. An attempt to conceal or disguise something, especially a wrongdoing or a mistake.
  2. An item of clothing to be worn over a swimsuit while not in the water.

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