Cryptic crossword clue
Indicated empty lavatory in a very obvious way 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "in a very obvious way" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case in a very obvious way = pointedly.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does POINTEDLY mean?

POINTEDLY adverb
  1. Explicitly; with emphasis; so as to make a point, especially with criticism
  2. Wittily or pithily

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