Cryptic crossword clue
Genuine duck is dearest 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "dearest" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case dearest = truelove.
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 TRUELOVE mean?

TRUELOVE noun
  1. One who is truly beloved; a true love.
  2. A plant, Paris quadrifolia.
  3. An unexplained word occurring in Chaucer, possibly an aromatic sweetmeat for sweetening the breath.

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