The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word SCUTTLEBUTT
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The straight part
We know that "gossip" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gossip = scuttlebutt.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 SCUTTLEBUTT mean?
SCUTTLEBUTT noun- A butt with a scuttle, a keg of drinking water with a hole cut in it, on board ship.
- Gossip, rumour, idle chatter.