Cryptic crossword clue
It prevents loosening of hair on head 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "It prevents loosening" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case it prevents loosening = locknut.
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 LOCKNUT mean?

LOCKNUT noun
  1. A second nut, screwed down onto another in order to prevent it slipping.

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