Cryptic crossword clue
Interns must supply scalpels perhaps 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "scalpels perhaps" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case scalpels perhaps = instruments.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
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What does INSTRUMENTS mean?

INSTRUMENTS noun
  1. A device used to produce music.
  2. A means or agency for achieving an effect.
  3. A measuring or displaying device.
  4. A tool, implement used for manipulation or measurement.
  5. A legal document, such as a contract, deed, trust, mortgage, power, indenture, or will.
  6. A person used as a mere tool for achieving a goal.
INSTRUMENTS verb
  1. To apply measuring devices.
  2. To devise, conceive, cook up, plan.
  3. To perform upon an instrument; to prepare for an instrument.

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