The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word EARHOLE
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The straight part
We know that "Locally souse" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case locally souse = earhole.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 EARHOLE mean?
EARHOLE noun- The outer aperture of the ear; the entrance to the ear canal.
- A puncture in the ear, usually in the earlobe, such as for earrings.
- An opening in a head-covering, such as a hat or helmet, for the ears.