Cryptic crossword clue
Control panels — so drab 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word SWITCHBOARDS

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The straight part
We know that "Control panels" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case control panels = switchboards.
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 SWITCHBOARDS mean?

SWITCHBOARDS noun
  1. The electronic panel that is used to direct telephone calls to the desired recipient.
  2. A device that directs electricity from one source to another.

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