Cryptic crossword clue
Bill loses third of money, having soldiers to equip 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "to equip" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to equip = accoutre.
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What does ACCOUTRE mean?

ACCOUTRE verb
  1. To furnish with dress, or equipment, especially those for military service; to equip.

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