Cryptic crossword clue
Mathematical devices for farm vehicles 11

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Mathematical devices" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case mathematical devices = protractors.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does PROTRACTORS mean?

PROTRACTORS noun
  1. One who, or that which, protracts, or causes protraction.
  2. A circular or semicircular tool for drawing or measuring angles.
  3. An instrument formerly used in extracting foreign or offensive matter from a wound.
  4. A muscle that extends an organ or part; opposed to retractor.
  5. An adjustable pattern used by tailors.

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