Cryptic crossword clue
Revolutionary with others turning up in compound 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word CHELATE

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The straight part
We know that "compound" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case compound = chelate.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does CHELATE mean?

CHELATE noun
  1. A chelate compound
CHELATE verb
  1. To form a chelate compound by combining a metal atom to form a ring
  2. To remove heavy metals from the bloodstream using a chelate (such as EDTA)
CHELATE adjective
  1. Having chelae, or in the form of a chela
  2. Relating to chelation

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