Cryptic crossword clue
Where only officers are allowed spades, say? 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word QUARTERDECK

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The straight part
We know that "Where only officers are allowed/spades, say?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case where only officers are allowed/spades, say? = quarterdeck.
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 QUARTERDECK mean?

QUARTERDECK noun
  1. The aft part of the upper deck of a ship; normally reserved for officers

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