Cryptic crossword clue
Part of rhythm section from Cats 3-3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 plus 3 letter word TOM TOM

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The straight part
We know that "Part of rhythm section" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case part of rhythm section = tom tom.
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 TOM TOM mean?

TOM TOM noun
  1. A flat gong (without knob) that is struck with a felt-covered hammer.
TOM TOM noun
  1. A small joined pair of drums, beaten with the hands.
  2. (usually as a pair) Any cylindrical drum, with no snare; part of a drum kit.
TOM TOM verb
  1. To play the tom-tom (pair of drums).

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