Cryptic crossword clue
Spread Iodine through clear-cut wound 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "Spread" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case spread = circulate.
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 CIRCULATE mean?

CIRCULATE verb
  1. To move in circles or through a circuit
  2. To cause (a person or thing) to move in circles or through a circuit
  3. To move from person to person, as at a party
  4. To spread or disseminate
  5. To become widely known
  6. Of decimals: to repeat.

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