Cryptic crossword clue
Darned bird, constant resident in outhouse 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Darned" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case darned = stitched.
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 STITCHED mean?

STITCHED verb
  1. To form stitches in; especially, to sew in such a manner as to show on the surface a continuous line of stitches.
  2. To sew, or unite or attach by stitches.
  3. To practice/practise stitching or needlework.
  4. To form land into ridges.
  5. To weld together through a series of connecting or overlapping spot welds.
  6. (graphics) To combine two or more photographs of the same scene into a single image.
  7. (more generally) To include, combine, or unite into a single whole.

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