Cryptic crossword clue
A wife that’s agreed profit comes first? An Indian, perhaps 4-4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word TAKE-AWAY

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The straight part
We know that "An Indian, perhap" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case an indian, perhap = take-away.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does TAKE-AWAY mean?

TAKE-AWAY noun
  1. A conclusion, idea or lesson learned at some event for future use.
  2. A take-out restaurant, or food from such restaurant.
TAKE-AWAY adjective
  1. Of, or relating to food intended to be eaten off the premises

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