Cryptic crossword clue
Cyclist may have this defence against aspersions? 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Cyclist may have this" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cyclist may have this = mudguard.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does MUDGUARD mean?

MUDGUARD noun
  1. A cover over the wheels of a vehicle, or a flap behind that wheel, to prevent water and mud being projected.

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