Cryptic crossword clue
Order to intercept ship near island — he is sent to fight 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "he is sent to fight" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case he is sent to fight = swordsman.
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 SWORDSMAN mean?

SWORDSMAN noun
  1. A person skilled at using swords in sport or combat; a fencer.
  2. A person who fights with a sword.
  3. A man who is a skillful or enthusiastic practitioner of sexual intercourse.

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