Cryptic crossword clue
Returning sailor taking so long knocking 3-1-3

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

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The straight part
We know that "knocking" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case knocking = ratatat.
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 RATATAT mean?

RATATAT noun
  1. A swiftly repeated knocking sound.

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