The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word BEARSKIN
I've seen this crossword clue in The Times
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More clues leading to the result BEARSKIN
- Corrupt banker is Busby
- What a guard may have to support small family
- Supports family making headwear
- Carries one’s own hat
- Pelt Chicago footballers with blood
- Carries family headgear
- Cover naked flesh, you say?
- Something to wear having reported naked flesh?
- Hide from animal, wielding sabre in front of family
- What ceremonially covers soldier and supports family
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The straight part
We know that "Busby" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case busby = bearskin.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 BEARSKIN mean?
BEARSKIN noun- The pelt of a bear, especially when used as a rug.
- A tall ceremonial hat worn by members of some British regiments for ceremonial occasions; a busby.
- A coarse, shaggy, woollen cloth for overcoats.