Cryptic crossword clue
Allowed for each glove being cut down initially 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Allowed" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case allowed = permitted.
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 PERMITTED mean?

PERMITTED verb
  1. To allow (something) to happen, to give permission for.
  2. To allow (someone) to do something; to give permission to.
  3. To allow for, to make something possible.
  4. To allow, to admit (of).
  5. (pronounced like noun) To grant formal authorization for (something).
  6. (pronounced like noun) To attempt to obtain or succeed in obtaining formal authorization for (something).
  7. To hand over, resign (something to someone).

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