Cryptic crossword clue
A French vessel in sea, lacking identification 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word UNMARKED

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The straight part
We know that "lacking identification" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lacking identification = unmarked.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does UNMARKED mean?

UNMARKED adjective
  1. Not bearing identification.
  2. Free from blemishes.
  3. Not noticed.
  4. Not marked, not closely followed by a defensive player.
  5. Not having been marked, or assigned a score.
  6. Not marked; not standing out as unusual.

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