Cryptic crossword clue
One encouraging the other

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

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The straight part
We know that "One encouraging the other" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one encouraging the other = aphrodisiac.
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 APHRODISIAC mean?

APHRODISIAC noun
  1. Something, generally a food or drug, having such an effect.
APHRODISIAC adjective
  1. Arousing or intensifying sexual desire.

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