Cryptic crossword clue
WWI battle – attempt to secure old position – horrific affair 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word MONSTROSITY

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What does MONSTROSITY mean?

MONSTROSITY noun
  1. An organism showing abnormal development or deformity.
  2. A monstrous thing, person or act.
  3. The state of being monstrous.

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