Cryptic crossword clue
Article for nothing, taken in wrapping 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "in wrapping" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case in wrapping = packeted.
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 PACKETED mean?

PACKETED verb
  1. To make up into a packet or bundle.
  2. To send in a packet or dispatch vessel.
  3. To ply with a packet or dispatch boat.
  4. To subject to a denial-of-service attack in which a large number of data packets are sent.

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