Cryptic crossword clue
Main course directors 8

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

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What does HELMSMEN mean?

HELMSMEN noun
  1. A member of a ship's crew who is responsible for steering.
  2. A leader.

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