The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word FITTER
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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More clues leading to the result FITTER
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The straight part
We know that "More suitable/tradesperson" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more suitable/tradesperson = fitter.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does FITTER mean?
FITTER adjective- Suitable, proper.
- Adapted to a purpose or environment.
- In good shape; physically well.
- Sexually attractive; good-looking; fanciable.
- Prepared; ready.
- A person who fits or assembles something.
- An epileptic.
- A coal broker who conducts the sales between the owner of a coal pit and the shipper.
- A person employed to find suitable music to accompany silent films.