Cryptic crossword clue
Tease, when bachelor’s married, is borderline? 3

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word RIM

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The straight part
We know that "borderline" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case borderline = rim.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does RIM mean?

RIM noun
  1. An edge around something, especially when circular.
  2. A wheelrim.
  3. A semicircular copydesk.
RIM verb
  1. To form a rim on.
  2. To follow the contours, possibly creating a circuit.
  3. (of a ball) To roll around a rim.
RIM noun
  1. A membrane.
  2. The membrane enclosing the intestines; the peritoneum, hence loosely, the intestines; the lower part of the abdomen; belly.
RIM verb
  1. To lick the anus of a partner as a sexual act.

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