Cryptic crossword clue
Shiite leader always put on a ring, I see! 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Shiite leader" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case shiite leader = ayatollah.
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 AYATOLLAH mean?

AYATOLLAH noun
  1. A religious leader in Twelver Shi'ism.
  2. An authority on any subject.

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