The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word SMALL-SCALE
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The straight part
We know that "of limited size" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case of limited size = small-scale.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 SMALL-SCALE mean?
SMALL-SCALE adjective- Having a modest scope or extent.
- Drawn or constructed at a small size, without much detail.