Cryptic crossword clue
Not seen in public once ale downed 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Not seen" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case not seen = concealed.
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 CONCEALED mean?

CONCEALED verb
  1. To hide something from view or from public knowledge, to try to keep something secret.

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