Cryptic crossword clue
Trainee initially – becomes a type of doctor 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "type of doctor" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case type of doctor = internist.
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 INTERNIST mean?

INTERNIST noun
  1. A physician who specialises in internal medicine.

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