Cryptic crossword clue
Opener in Irish county's team 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Opener" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case opener = corkscrew.
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 CORKSCREW mean?

CORKSCREW noun
  1. An implement for opening bottles that are sealed by a cork. Sometimes specifically such an implement that includes a screw-shaped part, or worm.
  2. The screw-shaped worm of a typical corkscrew.
  3. A type of sharp, twisting punch, often one thrown close and from the side.
  4. (amusement rides) A type of inversion used in roller coasters.
CORKSCREW verb
  1. To wind or twist in the manner of a corkscrew; to move with much horizontal and vertical shifting.
  2. To cause something to twist or move in a spiral path or shape.
  3. To extract information or consent from someone.
CORKSCREW adjective
  1. Having the tightly winding shape of a corkscrew.

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