Cryptic crossword clue
Shaping smart round vessel involving utmost of skill 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Shaping" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shaping = sculpting.
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 SCULPTING mean?

SCULPTING verb
  1. To form by sculpture.
  2. To work as a sculptor.
SCULPTING noun
  1. The act or product of one who sculpts; sculpture.

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