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Answer for the clue "Denial of any connection with or knowledge of ", 9 letters:
disavowal

Word definitions for disavowal in dictionaries

The Collaborative International Dictionary Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Disavowal \Dis`a*vow"al\, n. The act of disavowing, disclaiming, or disowning; rejection and denial. An earnest disavowal of fear often proceeds from fear. --Richardson.

Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary Word definitions in Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
1748; see disavow + -al (2).

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. denial of any connection with or knowledge of [syn: disclaimer ]

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. A denial of knowledge, relationship, and/or responsibility towards something (or someone).

Usage examples of disavowal.

Why, clearly the occupation of Fort Sumter, and the dismantling of Fort Moultrie by Major Anderson, in the face of your pledges, and without explanation or practical disavowal.

For all the disavowals of its existence, the Point System is no secret.