The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word GERMINATION
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The straight part
We know that "beginning" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case beginning = germination.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 GERMINATION mean?
GERMINATION noun- The process of germinating; the beginning of vegetation or growth from a seed or spore; the first development of germs, either animal or vegetable.