Cryptic crossword clue
Timid person ignoring son’s pout 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word MOUE

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

MOUE noun
  1. A pout, especially as expressing mock-annoyance or flirtatiousness.

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