Cryptic crossword clue
One avenging spirit: lawyer penning letter 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "One avenging" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one avenging = kadaitcha.
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 KADAITCHA mean?

KADAITCHA noun
  1. An aboriginal evil spirit; a sorcerer.
  2. An expedition taken to heal or avenge someone afflicted by evil sorcery.
  3. A man chosen to go on such an expedition.
  4. The boots worn by someone on such a mission, typically made from emu feathers.

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