Cryptic crossword clue
Messengers and companions wasting time 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Messengers" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case messengers = couriers.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does COURIERS mean?

COURIERS noun
  1. A person who looks after and guides tourists
  2. A person who delivers messages
  3. A company that delivers messages
  4. A company that transports goods
  5. A user who earns access to a topsite by uploading warez
COURIERS verb
  1. To deliver by courier.

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