Cryptic crossword clue
Designer found dead on float, small chap 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Designer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case designer = draftsman.
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 DRAFTSMAN mean?

DRAFTSMAN noun
  1. A person skilled at drawing engineering or architectural plans.
  2. A book illustrator.
  3. A piece in the game of draughts (checkers).
  4. One who drinks drams; a tippler.

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