Cryptic crossword clue
Pen novel for reclining dictator, some light material 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "light material /light material" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case light material /light material = styrofoam.
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 STYROFOAM mean?

STYROFOAM noun
  1. Expanded polystyrene foam, such as is used in cups and packaging.

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