Cryptic crossword clue
Stay away from hen with this? 7

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

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

CUTLASS noun
  1. A short sword with a curved blade, and a convex edge; once used by sailors when boarding an enemy ship.
  2. A similarly shaped tool; a machete.
CUTLASS verb
  1. To cut back (vegetation) with a cutlass.

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