Cryptic crossword clue
Point the finger at inapt clue — revision needed 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Point the finger at" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case point the finger at = inculpate.
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 INCULPATE mean?

INCULPATE verb
  1. To imply the guilt of; to blame or incriminate.

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