Cryptic crossword clue
Royal couple precede cook carrying one cover for crown 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "cover for crown" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cover for crown = kerchief.
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 KERCHIEF mean?

KERCHIEF noun
  1. A piece of cloth used to cover the head; a bandana.
KERCHIEF verb
  1. To cover with a kerchief.

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