Cryptic crossword clue
Transport frying pan then break it 5-8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 plus 8 letter word PENNY FARTHING

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The straight part
We know that "Transport" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case transport = penny farthing.
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 PENNY FARTHING mean?

PENNY FARTHING noun
  1. A type of bicycle popular in the 19th century, with the front wheel far larger than the rear one.

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