Cryptic crossword clue
Groom small animal 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Groom" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case groom = smarten.
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 SMARTEN mean?

SMARTEN verb
  1. To make smarter in appearance; to refurbish or spruce up.
  2. To increase the speed of (one's travel on foot, etc.).
  3. To augment with computer technology.

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