Cryptic crossword clue
Underworld boss caught by informer is one with wealth and power 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "one with wealth and power" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one with wealth and power = plutocrat.
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 PLUTOCRAT mean?

PLUTOCRAT noun
  1. Someone who rules by virtue of his or her wealth.

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