Cryptic crossword clue
Like some skirts in joint, to an extent? 4-6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word KNEE-LENGTH

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The straight part
We know that "Like some skirts" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case like some skirts = knee-length.
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 KNEE-LENGTH mean?

KNEE-LENGTH adjective
  1. (of clothing) Reaching to the knee.

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