Cryptic crossword clue
Copy-editor number one upset by writing fee 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word SUBSCRIPTION

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "fee" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fee = subscription.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does SUBSCRIPTION mean?

SUBSCRIPTION noun
  1. Access to a resource for a period of time, generally for payment.
  2. The formal acceptance of something, especially when verified with a signature.
  3. The signing of one's name.

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