Cryptic crossword clue
Get ability to fly, initially from shelf of rocks 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word FLEDGE

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The straight part
We know that "Get ability to fly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case get ability to fly = fledge.
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 FLEDGE mean?

FLEDGE verb
  1. To care for a young bird until it is capable of flight.
  2. To grow, cover or be covered with feathers.
  3. To decorate with feathers.
  4. To complete the last moult and become a winged adult insect.
FLEDGE adjective
  1. Feathered; furnished with feathers or wings; able to fly.

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