Cryptic crossword clue
Real advances before almost headlong start of enfilade 11

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

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The straight part
We know that "Real" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case real = substantive.
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 SUBSTANTIVE mean?

SUBSTANTIVE noun
  1. (grammar) a word that names a person, place, thing or idea; a noun (sensu stricto)
  2. Part of a text that carries the meaning, such as words and their ordering.
SUBSTANTIVE verb
  1. (grammar) to make a word belonging to another part of speech into a substantive (that is, a noun) or use it as a noun
SUBSTANTIVE adjective
  1. Of the essence or essential element of a thing; as, "substantive information"
  2. Having substance; enduring; solid; firm; substantial
  3. Applying to essential legal principles and rules of right; as, "substantive law"
  4. Of a dye that does not need the use of a mordant to be made fast to that which is being dyed
  5. Depending on itself; independent.
  6. (grammar) used like a noun substantive
  7. (of a rank or appointment) actually and legally held, as distinct from an acting, temporary or honorary rank or appointment

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