The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word INSTALL
I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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More clues leading to the result INSTALL
- Load of software isn’t, surprisingly, the lot
- Poles dividing it all to invest in office
- Fit in compartment
- . Current pair involved in deal unlikely to invest
- Elected leader on sofa unlikely to get fit
- This month’s universal download
- Position during delay
- Set up home with a little stunner? Unlikely
- Some against allocation set up
- Position is, strangely, last in line
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The straight part
We know that "download" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case download = install.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does INSTALL mean?
INSTALL noun- Installer. A software utility that installs an application.
- An installation. (Usage originated as a truncated form of the word installation.)
- To connect, set up or prepare something for use.
- To admit formally into an office, rank or position.
- To establish or settle in.