Cryptic crossword clue
Massive  binding material 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Massive/binding material" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case massive/binding material = strapping.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does STRAPPING mean?

STRAPPING verb
  1. To beat or chastise with a strap; to whip, to lash.
  2. To fasten or bind with a strap.
  3. To sharpen by rubbing on a strap, or strop
STRAPPING noun
  1. Adhesive plaster for strapping injuries.
  2. A length of narrow material to be used for straps, or straps collectively.
  3. A beating with a strap.
  4. The act of fastening with a strap.
STRAPPING adjective
  1. Having a sturdy muscular physique; robust.
  2. Of a young woman: full of vigor; lusty.

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