Cryptic crossword clue
Flatter schoolboy winning pound 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Flatter" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case flatter = blunter.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does BLUNTER mean?

BLUNTER adjective
  1. Having a thick edge or point; not sharp.
  2. Dull in understanding; slow of discernment; opposed to acute.
  3. Abrupt in address; plain; unceremonious; wanting the forms of civility; rough in manners or speech.
  4. Hard to impress or penetrate.
  5. Slow or deficient in feeling: insensitive.

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