Cryptic crossword clue
What's nonsensical and discourteous in note stands out 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "stands out" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case stands out = protrudes.
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 PROTRUDES mean?

PROTRUDES verb
  1. To extend from, above or beyond a surface or boundary; to bulge outward; to stick out.
  2. To cause to extend from a surface or boundary; to cause to stick out.
  3. To thrust forward; to drive or force along.

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