Cryptic crossword clue
Object about island starting to make drone 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "drone" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case drone = thrumming.
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.
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What does THRUMMING mean?

THRUMMING verb
  1. To cause a steady rhythmic vibration, usually by plucking.
  2. To make a monotonous drumming noise.
THRUMMING verb
  1. To furnish with thrums; to insert tufts in; to fringe.
  2. To insert short pieces of rope-yarn or spun yarn in.
THRUMMING noun
  1. The sound or action of something that thrums.

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