Cryptic crossword clue
Marries outside Sumerian city, in religious garments 9

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

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What does SURPLICES mean?

SURPLICES noun
  1. A liturgical vestment of the Christian Church. It has the form of a tunic of white linen or cotton material, with wide or moderately wide sleeves, reaching to the hips or knees. It usually features lace decoration and may have embroidered bordures.

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