Cryptic crossword clue
Most hostile piece, Queen, used in check 9

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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More clues leading to the result BITTEREST

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The straight part
We know that "Most hostile" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case most hostile = bitterest.
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 BITTEREST mean?

BITTEREST adjective
  1. Having an acrid taste (usually from a basic substance).
  2. Harsh, piercing or stinging.
  3. Hateful or hostile.
  4. Cynical and resentful.

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