The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CONFIGURES
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The straight part
We know that "sets up for particular purpose" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sets up for particular purpose = configures.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 CONFIGURES mean?
CONFIGURES verb- To set up or arrange something in such a way that it is ready for operation for a particular purpose, or to someone's particular liking