Cryptic crossword clue
Crowds seizing cotton fabric for arms 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word FLINTLOCKS

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

FLINTLOCKS noun
  1. An early type of firearm, using a spring-loaded flint to strike sparks into the firing pan.

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