Cryptic crossword clue
Youngster departs leaving trunk beside train 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SCHOOLBOY

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The straight part
We know that "Youngster" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case youngster = schoolboy.
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 SCHOOLBOY mean?

SCHOOLBOY noun
  1. A boy attending school.
SCHOOLBOY adjective
  1. Characteristic of a schoolboy, especially being cheeky, clumsy and socially unaware.

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