Cryptic crossword clue
Decide a map needs to be redrawn by adjutant 4-2-4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word AIDE-DE-CAMP

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The straight part
We know that "adjutant" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case adjutant = aide-de-camp.
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 AIDE-DE-CAMP mean?

AIDE-DE-CAMP noun
  1. A military officer who serves as an adjutant to a higher ranking officer, prince or other high political dignitary.

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