The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word POPPADUM
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What does POPPADUM mean?
POPPADUM noun- A thin, crisp Indian bread made from lentil flour, optionally spiced or flavoured in various ways and either grilled or deep-fried, which may be eaten on its own as a snack, with chutneys as a starter or as an accompaniment to a meal.