Cryptic crossword clue
Inappropriate rugby player wearing timeless watch 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 plus 1 letter word IMPROPER} –

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Inappropriate" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case inappropriate = improper} –.
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 IMPROPER} – mean?

IMPROPER} – verb
  1. To appropriate; to limit.
  2. To behave improperly
IMPROPER} – adjective
  1. Unsuitable to needs or circumstances; inappropriate; inapt
  2. Not in keeping with conventional mores or good manners; indecent or immodest
  3. Not according to facts; inaccurate or erroneous
  4. Not consistent with established facts; incorrect
  5. Not properly named; See, for example, improper fraction
  6. Not specific or appropriate to individuals; general; common.

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