Cryptic crossword clue
Scholar scribbled bit of Homer out in cloistered studies 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word CAROLS

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The straight part
We know that "cloistered studies" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cloistered studies = carols.
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 CAROLS mean?

CAROLS noun
  1. A small closet or enclosure built against a window on the inner side, to sit in for study.
  2. Hence, a partially partitioned space for studying or reading, often in a library.

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