The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word FLESHPOTS
I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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More clues leading to the result FLESHPOTS
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The straight part
We know that "strip clubs" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case strip clubs = fleshpots.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 FLESHPOTS mean?
FLESHPOTS noun- A place offering entertainment of a sensual or luxurious nature.