Cryptic crossword clue
Crooked act conceals class 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Crooked" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case crooked = deformed.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DEFORMED mean?

DEFORMED verb
  1. To change the form of, usually negatively; to give (something) an unusual or abnormal shape.
  2. To change the looks of, usually negatively; to give something an unusual or abnormal appearance.
  3. To mar the character of.
  4. To alter the shape of by stress.
  5. To become misshapen or changed in shape.
DEFORMED adjective
  1. Unusual of shape; misshapen.

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