A burning torch, as used in night processions (8)

I believe the answer is:

flambeau

(Other definitions for flambeau that I've seen before include "One may be burning" , "Flaming torch" , "Torch; candlestick" , "Old blazer" , "Burning torch" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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