Cryptic crossword clue
Accompanying groups dancing around pier in India 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word RIPIENI

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The straight part
We know that "Accompanying groups" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case accompanying groups = ripieni.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does RIPIENI mean?

RIPIENI noun
  1. The part of a concerto grosso in which the ensemble plays together; contrasted with the concertino.

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