Cryptic crossword clue
Not yet attempted taking on males in need of grooming 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "in need of grooming" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case in need of grooming = untrimmed.
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 UNTRIMMED mean?

UNTRIMMED adjective
  1. Not trimmed; not made tidy by cutting.
  2. Not adorned with trimmings.

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