Cryptic crossword clue
Seaman yachting, say, or coming down rope 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "coming down rope" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case coming down rope = abseiling.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does ABSEILING mean?

ABSEILING verb
  1. To descend a steep or vertical drop using a rope with a mechanical friction device or (classic abseil) by wrapping the rope around the body; to rappel.
ABSEILING noun
  1. The process or act of abseiling.

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