Cryptic crossword clue
Make cheap submarine with capacity to transport one’s defence 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Make cheap" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case make cheap = subsidise.
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 SUBSIDISE mean?

SUBSIDISE verb
  1. To assist (someone or something) by granting a subsidy.

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