Cryptic crossword clue
Appellation on envelope erased, send off without name 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Appellation on envelope" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case appellation on envelope = addressee.
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 ADDRESSEE mean?

ADDRESSEE noun
  1. The person or organization to which something, such as a letter or message, is addressed or sent, for whom the item is intended.

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