Cryptic crossword clue
Carols about child, good for vocal gatherings 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "vocal gatherings" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case vocal gatherings = singsongs.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SINGSONGS mean?

SINGSONGS noun
  1. A piece of verse with a simple, song-like rhythm.
  2. An informal gathering at which songs are sung; a singing session.
  3. Bad singing or poetry.
  4. A drawling or monotonous tone, as of a badly executed song.

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