Cryptic crossword clue
Prophet from the east embraces backward man, gives a new identity 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word RENAMES

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The straight part
We know that "gives a new identity" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gives a new identity = renames.
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 RENAMES mean?

RENAMES verb
  1. To give a new name to.

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