Cryptic crossword clue
Prisoner taking small measure into port finds useful device 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word CONVENIENCE

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The straight part
We know that "useful device" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case useful device = convenience.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CONVENIENCE mean?

CONVENIENCE noun
  1. The quality of being convenient.
  2. Any object that makes life more convenient; a helpful item.
  3. A convenient time.
  4. Clipping of public convenience: a public lavatory.
CONVENIENCE verb
  1. To make convenient

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