Protection when deburring metal is mandatory (8)
I believe the answer is:
talisman
'protection' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'deburring metal is mandatory' is the wordplay.
'TALISMAN' is hidden in amongst the letters.
However, I am not sure how the hidden word is indicated.
'when' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for talisman that I've seen before include "It's thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease" , "bringer of luck?" , "Charm thought to bring good luck" , "Object supposed to guard against evil" , "It's said to be a protection against evil" .)