Cryptic crossword clue
Teaching only half 20s China 7

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

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

TEACUPS noun
  1. A small cup, usually with a handle, used for drinking tea; normally sits in a saucer as part of a tea set.
  2. A unit of measure; a teacupful.

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