Cryptic crossword clue
Removed stitching from uniform and cut around edge of pocket 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word UNPICKED

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What does UNPICKED mean?

UNPICKED verb
  1. To undo sewing stitches.
  2. To undo knitting in order to reuse the wool.
  3. To unravel or untangle the threads of a rope etc.
  4. To disassemble.
UNPICKED adjective
  1. Not having been picked.

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