Cryptic crossword clue
Short member of nobility wants alternative face protection 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word VISOR

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The straight part
We know that "face protection" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case face protection = visor.
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 VISOR mean?

VISOR noun
  1. A part of a helmet, arranged so as to lift or open, and so show the face. The openings for seeing and breathing are generally in it.
  2. A mask for the face.
  3. The fore piece of a cap, projecting over, and protecting the eyes.

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