Cryptic crossword clue
Helen’s mother’s habit — erecting fortress

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word  CITADEL

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What does  CITADEL mean?

 CITADEL noun
  1. A strong fortress that sits high above a city.
  2. (sometimes figurative) A stronghold or fortified place.
  3. An armoured portion of a warship, housing important equipment.
  4. A Salvation Army meeting place.

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