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The Clue
Protection for certain painters (8 letter answer)
The Answer
OVERALLS
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Notes
The answer OVERALLS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
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Definition
OVERALL as a noun:
1. (usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps)
2. (overall, boilersuit, boilers suit) = a loose protective coverall or smock worn over ordinary clothing for dirty work