Cryptic crossword clue
Expert on board that is diminutive figure 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "diminutive figure" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case diminutive figure = shortie.
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 SHORTIE mean?

SHORTIE noun
  1. Something or someone that is shorter than normal.
  2. A short-handed goal.
SHORTIE adjective
  1. Shorter than normal, especially of clothing.
SHORTIE noun
  1. A short person.
  2. A term of endearment for a child, younger sibling, shorter person, etc.
  3. A child.
  4. An attractive young female, especially one who is sexually available.
  5. A girlfriend.

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