Cryptic crossword clue
In British hotel, he asks drunk about European tip 9

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

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

BAKSHEESH noun
  1. In the Middle East, southwest Asia and Eastern Europe: a bribe or tip.
  2. A minor wound that is severe enough to get a soldier sent away from the front.
BAKSHEESH verb
  1. To bribe with a baksheesh.

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