Cryptic crossword clue
Explain why former head skirted insurers 9

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Explain why" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case explain why = explicate.
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 EXPLICATE mean?

EXPLICATE verb
  1. To explain meticulously or in great detail; to elucidate; to analyze.
EXPLICATE adjective
  1. Evolved; unfolded.

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