Cryptic crossword clue
Heftier girl newly engaged, one set aflame? 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "one set aflame" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one set aflame = firelighter.
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 FIRELIGHTER mean?

FIRELIGHTER noun
  1. Small block of flammable substance, typically sawdust and wax combined, used to light fires.

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