Cryptic crossword clue
More experienced, but could make erratum 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "More experienced" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more experienced = maturer.
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 MATURER mean?

MATURER adjective
  1. Fully developed; grown up in terms of physical appearance, behaviour or thinking; ripe.
  2. Brought to a state of complete readiness.
  3. Profound; careful.
  4. Come to, or in a state of, completed suppuration.
  5. Suitable for adults only, due to sexual themes, violence, etc.
MATURER noun
  1. One who brings to maturity.

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