Cryptic crossword clue
Ferdinand, say is in ward getting a string instrument 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "a string instrument" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case a string instrument = orpharion.
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 ORPHARION mean?

ORPHARION noun
  1. A musical instrument of the Renaissance, part of the cittern family, whose metal strings are tuned like a lute's and plucked with the fingers.

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