Cryptic crossword clue
Status of property built by army doctor right beside sea 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word MORTMAIN

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The straight part
We know that "Status of property" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case status of property = mortmain.
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 MORTMAIN mean?

MORTMAIN noun
  1. The perpetual, inalienable possession of lands by a corporation or non-personal entity such as a church.
  2. A strong and inalienable possession.

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