What does the cryptic crossword clue "Friend to declare carry-on (7)" mean?

The definition is "carry-on". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PAL (synonym of "Friend") + AVER (synonym of "declare"); definition: "carry-on" The answer is PALAVER.

Friend to declare carry-on (7)

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