Cryptic crossword clue
Derby prop: front of horse next to a racecourse 3,4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 4 letter word HAT RACK

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The straight part
We know that "Derby prop" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case derby prop = hat rack.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does HAT RACK mean?

HAT RACK noun
  1. A piece of furniture used to store hats and clothing, consisting of a pole with pegs on a moderately broad base; a hatstand.

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