Cryptic crossword clue
Chief applies gel on small devices 7

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

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The straight part
We know that "devices" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case devices = dongles.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DONGLES mean?

DONGLES noun
  1. Any small device that plugs into an electronic device, typically a computer, and alters its functionality. Common examples include wireless modems, software copy protect devices, and adapters.
  2. A hardware device utilized by a specific application for purposes of copy protection.

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