The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word LUCUBRATIONS
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The straight part
We know that "lots of study" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lots of study = lucubrations.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 LUCUBRATIONS mean?
LUCUBRATIONS noun- Intense and prolonged study or meditation; especially, late at night.
- The product of such study; often, writings.