Cryptic crossword clue
Scorn, especially when received by side hammered 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Scorn" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case scorn = despise.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DESPISE mean?

DESPISE verb
  1. To regard with contempt or scorn.
  2. To disregard or ignore.

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