Cryptic crossword clue
Drops containing skin of elder extracts 7

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

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

DERIVES verb
  1. To obtain or receive (something) from something else.
  2. To deduce (a conclusion) by reasoning.
  3. To find the derivation of (a word or phrase).
  4. To create (a compound) from another by means of a reaction.
  5. To originate or stem (from).
  6. To turn the course of (water, etc.); to divert and distribute into subordinate channels.

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