The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word OVULATE
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The straight part
We know that "Produce eggs" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case produce eggs = ovulate.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 OVULATE mean?
OVULATE verb- To produce eggs or ova
- Containing, or bearing, an ovule.