Cryptic crossword clue
Fleece Roman stars at Eastern inn 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Fleece" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fleece = astrakhan.
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 ASTRAKHAN mean?

ASTRAKHAN noun
  1. Closely-curled black or grey fleece of very young karakul lambs from Astrakhan.
  2. Cloth resembling the above mentioned fur, often made from wool and mohair and used for trimmings.

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