Cryptic crossword clue
Coil's reliable one put back in 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Coil" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case coil = solenoid.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does SOLENOID mean?

SOLENOID noun
  1. A coil of wire that acts as a magnet when an electric current flows through it.
  2. A mechanical switch consisting of such a coil containing a metal core, the movement of which is controlled by the current.

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