Cryptic crossword clue
Soldier lavishly spent ages recollecting service 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "service" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case service = tableware.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does TABLEWARE mean?

TABLEWARE noun
  1. The cutlery, crockery and glassware used in setting a table for a meal.

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