The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word DEVOTIONS
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The straight part
We know that "prayers" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case prayers = devotions.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 DEVOTIONS mean?
DEVOTIONS noun- The act or state of devoting or being devoted.
- Feeling of strong or fervent affection; dedication
- Religious veneration, zeal, or piety.
- A prayer (often found in the plural)
- (in the plural) Religious offerings; alms.