Cryptic crossword clue
See 18ac 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word OBSOLESCENCE

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The straight part
We know that "see 18A" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case see 18a = obsolescence.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does OBSOLESCENCE mean?

OBSOLESCENCE noun
  1. The state of being obsolete—no longer in use; gone into disuse; disused or neglected.
  2. The process of becoming obsolete, outmoded or out of date.

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