Cryptic crossword clue
Cattle brought into West African republic for compound 7

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

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

BENZOIN noun
  1. A resinous substance, dry and brittle, obtained from the Styrax benzoin, a tree of Sumatra, Java, etc., having a fragrant odor, and slightly aromatic taste. It is used in the preparation of benzoic acid, in medicine, and as a perfume.
  2. An aromatic hydroxy ketone, 2-hydroxy-1,2-di(phenyl)ethanone, synthesized from benzaldehyde; any derivative of this compound.
  3. The spicebush, Lindera benzoin.

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