The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word STE[E]PLE
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The straight part
We know that "feature of church" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case feature of church = ste[e]ple.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 STE[E]PLE mean?
STE[E]PLE noun- A tall tower, often on a church, normally topped with a spire.
- A spire.
- A high headdress of the 14th century.
- To form something into the shape of a steeple.