Cryptic crossword clue
Bill joins circle dancing 8

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

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Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "dancing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case dancing = capering.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does CAPERING mean?

CAPERING verb
  1. To leap or jump about in a sprightly or playful manner.
  2. To jump as part of a dance.
  3. To engage in playful behaviour.
CAPERING noun
  1. The motion of one who capers.

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