Cryptic crossword clue
A chap Iris made out to be hypocritical 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "hypocritical" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case hypocritical = pharisaic.
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 PHARISAIC mean?

PHARISAIC adjective
  1. Of or pertaining to the Pharisees.
  2. Emphasizing the observance of ritual or practice over the meaning.
  3. Self-righteous.

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