Cryptic crossword clue
Pa leaves ma for one split 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word RENT

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The straight part
We know that "split" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case split = rent.
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 RENT mean?

RENT noun
  1. A payment made by a tenant at intervals in order to occupy a property.
  2. A similar payment for the use of equipment or a service.
  3. A profit from possession of a valuable right, as a restricted license to engage in a trade or business.
  4. An object for which rent is charged or paid.
  5. Income; revenue.
RENT verb
  1. To occupy premises in exchange for rent.
  2. To grant occupation in return for rent.
  3. To obtain or have temporary possession of an object (e.g. a movie) in exchange for money.
  4. To be leased or let for rent.
RENT verb
  1. To separate into parts with force or sudden violence; to split; to burst
  2. To part or tear off forcibly; to take away by force; to amputate.
  3. To be rent or torn; to become parted; to separate; to split.
RENT noun
  1. A tear or rip in some surface.
  2. A division or schism.

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