Cryptic crossword clue
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The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word ADMINISTRATES

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What does ADMINISTRATES mean?

ADMINISTRATES verb
  1. To administer
  2. The act or function of providing maintenance and general housekeeping for computer systems, networks, peripheral equipment, etc.

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