Cryptic crossword clue
In new fashion, rule chef must be gay 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does CHEERFUL mean?

CHEERFUL adjective
  1. Noticeably happy and optimistic.
  2. Bright and pleasant.

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