Cryptic crossword clue
Loving French friend holding diamonds — a symbol of deep affection? 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Loving" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case loving = admiring.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does ADMIRING mean?

ADMIRING verb
  1. To be amazed at; to view with surprise; to marvel at.
  2. To regard with wonder and delight.
  3. To look upon with an elevated feeling of pleasure, as something which calls out approbation, esteem, love or reverence.
  4. To estimate or value highly; to hold in high esteem.
  5. To be enthusiastic about (doing something); to want or like (to do something). (Sometimes followed by to.)
ADMIRING noun
  1. Admiration
ADMIRING adjective
  1. Feeling or showing admiration.

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