Cryptic crossword clue
Prominent figure to first of royal children put up with Queen 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Prominent figure" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case prominent figure = torchbearer.
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 TORCHBEARER mean?

TORCHBEARER noun
  1. A person who carries a torch (flaming brand).
  2. (by extension) The leader of a campaign, or one who gives inspiration to others.

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