Cryptic crossword clue
Grey matter around domed stripped stone property 9

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

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

HOMESTEAD noun
  1. A house together with surrounding land and buildings, especially on a farm; the property comprising these.
  2. The place that is one's home.
  3. A cluster of several houses occupied by an extended family.
  4. The home or seat of a family; place of origin.
HOMESTEAD verb
  1. To acquire or settle on land as a homestead.

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