Cryptic crossword clue
Illegally disposing of footwear and short trousers 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Illegally disposing of" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case illegally disposing of = bootlegging.
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 BOOTLEGGING mean?

BOOTLEGGING verb
  1. To make, transport and/or sell illegal alcoholic liquor.
  2. To make, transport and/or sell an illegal version or copy of a copyrighted product.
  3. To engage in bootlegging.

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