Cryptic crossword clue
After getting spliced, he’s snared and controlled 9

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does HARNESSED mean?

HARNESSED verb
  1. To place a harness on something; to tie up or restrain.
  2. To capture, control or put to use.
  3. To equip with armour.

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