Cryptic crossword clue
Same fur wound around friends initially warming couple? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "warming couple" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case warming couple = earmuffs.
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 EARMUFFS mean?

EARMUFFS noun
  1. Objects designed to cover a person's ears for protection against cold or noise. They consist of a thermoplastic or metal head-band, that fits over the top of the head, and a pad at each end, to cover the external ears.

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