Cryptic crossword clue
Deliver poached gnus and pistols, for example 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "pistols, for example" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case pistols, for example = handguns.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does HANDGUNS mean?

HANDGUNS noun
  1. A small gun with a relatively short barrel, designed to be held and operated with a single hand.

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