Cryptic crossword clue
One discussing animal holding stick

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

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The straight part
We know that "One discussing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one discussing = debater.
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 DEBATER mean?

DEBATER noun
  1. One who debates or participates in a debate; one who argues.

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