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

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The straight part
We know that "Free" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case free = emancipated.
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 EMANCIPATED mean?

EMANCIPATED verb
  1. To set free from the power of another; to liberate; as:
  2. To free from any controlling influence, especially from anything which exerts undue or evil influence
EMANCIPATED adjective
  1. Something which has been set free.

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