Cryptic crossword clue
Partially candlelit? Is mum displaying snobbery? 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "snob/b/ery" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case snob/b/ery = elitism.
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 ELITISM mean?

ELITISM noun
  1. The belief that a society or system should be run by an elite.
  2. The superior attitude or behaviour associated with an elite.

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