Cryptic crossword clue
Field worker’s heading off as deliverer of goods 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "deliverer of goods" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case deliverer of goods = roundsman.
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 ROUNDSMAN mean?

ROUNDSMAN noun
  1. A worker who makes rounds, especially in order to deliver goods.
  2. A policeman who acts as inspector.

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