Cryptic crossword clue
Referring to old Greek group of states, 151, in front of clergyman 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Referring to old Greek" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case referring to old greek = euclidean.
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 EUCLIDEAN mean?

EUCLIDEAN adjective
  1. Adhering to the principles of traditional geometry, in which parallel lines are equidistant.
  2. Of or relating to Euclid's Elements, especially to Euclidean geometry.
EUCLIDEAN adjective
  1. Of or relating to Euclidean zoning.

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