Cryptic crossword clue
Like interpreter to invoice hosts in August, on returning 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word BILINGUAL

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The straight part
We know that "Like interpreter" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case like interpreter = bilingual.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does BILINGUAL mean?

BILINGUAL noun
  1. A person who is able to use two languages.
BILINGUAL adjective
  1. Having the ability to speak two languages.
  2. Spoken or written in two different languages.
  3. Characterized by the use or presence of two languages.

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