Cryptic crossword clue
One applauding directors for part in film-making 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word CLAPPERBOARD

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What does CLAPPERBOARD mean?

CLAPPERBOARD noun
  1. A device used in film production, having hinged boards that are brought together with a clap, used to synchronize picture and sound at the start of each take of a motion picture or other video production.

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