Cryptic crossword clue
Measuring device the first pope put around basilica structure 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Measuring device" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case measuring device = pedometer.
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 PEDOMETER mean?

PEDOMETER noun
  1. A device, often electronic, that measures the number of steps taken, and thus estimates the distance walked.
PEDOMETER noun
  1. Device used to measure the weight and height of a child

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