The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SWORDSMAN
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does SWORDSMAN mean?
SWORDSMAN noun- A person skilled at using swords in sport or combat; a fencer.
- A person who fights with a sword.
- A man who is a skillful or enthusiastic practitioner of sexual intercourse.