Cryptic crossword clue
Eejit is senseless, but no b***** nutcase? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Eejit" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case eejit = numskull.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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Crossword Answer definitions

NUMSKULL noun
  1. A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.
  2. A person who refuses to learn or grow mentally.
  3. A traditional name for a fool who serves as the butt of jokes about stupidity.

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