Cryptic crossword clue
Arms trade leaders entertained by numerous delegates 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word LEGATION

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The straight part
We know that "delegates" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case delegates = legation.
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What does LEGATION mean?

LEGATION noun
  1. The post or office of a legate; a legateship.
  2. A diplomatic mission.
  3. The official residence of a diplomat.

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