The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 6 letter word OPEN HANDED
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The straight part
We know that "Liberal" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case liberal = open handed.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 OPEN HANDED mean?
OPEN HANDED verb- To perform an action using an open hand.
- Done with the hand open rather than clenched
- Liberal and generous.
- Frank, honest, and tolerant.
- Characterized by looseness and fullness.
- With an open hand or hands.
- Generously.