Cryptic crossword clue
Oddly effete, accepted by mistress, and unconsumed 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does LEFTOVER mean?

LEFTOVER noun
  1. Something left behind; an excess or remainder.
  2. (chiefly in the plural, usually of food) Remaining after a meal is complete or eaten for a later meal or snack.
LEFTOVER adjective
  1. Remaining; left behind; extra; in reserve.

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