Cryptic crossword clue
Tested the freshness of tunic and lederhosen 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "Tested the freshness" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tested the freshness = candled.
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 CANDLED mean?

CANDLED verb
  1. To observe the growth of an embryo inside (an egg), using a bright light source.
  2. To dry greenware prior to beginning of the firing cycle, setting the kiln at 200° Celsius until all water is removed from the greenware.
  3. To check an item (such as an envelope) by holding it between a light source and the eye.

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