Cryptic crossword clue
Queen, importing trees, getting one source of direction 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "source of direction" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case source of direction = helmsman.
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.
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What does HELMSMAN mean?

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

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