Cryptic crossword clue
Ready to ride in charge at start of Derby 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Ready to ride" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ready to ride = saddled.
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 SADDLED mean?

SADDLED verb
  1. To put a saddle on (an animal).
  2. To get into a saddle.
  3. To burden or encumber.
SADDLED adjective
  1. Wearing a saddle.

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