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A ____ cross is worn on the breast by high-ranking clergy (8)

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pectoral

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'a cross' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for pectoral that I've seen before include "(Large muscle) of the chest" , "Relating to the breast or chest" , "Of the chest or breast, like muscles" , "Ornamental breastplate" , "sort of cross" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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