Cryptic crossword clue
Crew spotted a cutter 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "a cutter" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case a cutter = bandsaw.
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 BANDSAW mean?

BANDSAW noun
  1. A powered saw whose blade is a continuous band of metal with teeth along one edge.
BANDSAW verb
  1. To cut with a bandsaw.

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