Cryptic crossword clue
Devising locomotive to go on European circuit 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word ENGINEERING

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The straight part
We know that "Devising" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case devising = engineering.
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What does ENGINEERING mean?

ENGINEERING verb
  1. To design, construct or manage something as an engineer.
  2. To alter or construct something by means of genetic engineering.
  3. To plan or achieve some goal by contrivance or guile; to wangle or finagle.
  4. To control motion of substance; to change motion.
  5. To work as an engineer.
ENGINEERING noun
  1. The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.
  2. The area aboard a ship where the engine is located.
  3. Actions controling the motion, shape, and/or substance of any physical object(s).
  4. Designates office area of the professional engineering staff.

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