Cryptic crossword clue
Unfinished volumes slip 3-3

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

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The straight part
We know that "slip" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case slip = boo-boo.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does BOO-BOO mean?

BOO-BOO noun
  1. A mistake or error.
  2. (by or to young children) A minor injury, such as a cut or a bruise.
  3. (by or to young children) Feces.
BOO-BOO verb
  1. (by or to young children) To defecate.

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