The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word ADVISOR
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result ADVISOR
- Consultant’s commercial shown on screen
- Notice guest forgets what's needed for guide
- One recommends a screen to protect duke
- Counsellor these days in need of sunshade
- I give counsel – notice guest not accepting it
- A duke requires a bit of armour, one counsels
- Notice caller dismissing Italian consultant
- Consultant, regularly paid, avoids worry
- Commercial peak for consultant
- Counsellor‘s face-saver after a dodgy start
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The straight part
We know that "Counsellor" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case counsellor = advisor.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 ADVISOR mean?
ADVISOR noun- One who offers advice.