Cryptic crossword clue
Green sock patterns including orange grotesqueries 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "grotesqueries" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case grotesqueries = gargoyles.
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 GARGOYLES mean?

GARGOYLES noun
  1. A carved grotesque figure on a spout which conveys water away from the gutters.
  2. Any decorative carved grotesque figure on a building.
  3. A fictional winged monster.
  4. An ugly woman.

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