Fen parties possibly discussed privileges (5)
I believe the answer is:
rites
'fen parties' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are plural nouns, I cannot understand how they can define each other.
'discussed privileges' is the wordplay.
'discussed' indicates a 'sounds like' (homophone) clue.
'privileges' becomes 'rights' (I've seen this in another clue).
'rights' is a homophone of 'RITES'.
'possibly' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for rites that I've seen before include "Ceremonial observances" , "Ceremonial forms" , "Customary observances, religious say" , "Ceremonies or services" , "Social customs" .)