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

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What does HOMAGES mean?

HOMAGES noun
  1. A demonstration of respect, such as towards an individual after their retirement or death
  2. An artistic work imitating another in a flattering style. Recently, the pronunciation /oʊˈmɒːʒ/ has been introduced from French for this usage; see hommage, which preserves the French spelling.
  3. In feudalism, the formal oath of a vassal to honor his or her lord's rights.

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