Cryptic crossword clue
Pump is apart or assembled? 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Pump" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case pump = aspirator.
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 ASPIRATOR mean?

ASPIRATOR noun
  1. A pump which draws gas through a liquid.
  2. A pump for removing gases or liquids.
  3. A pooter (device for collecting insects).

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