Cryptic crossword clue
Family member caught non-sailor removing prow of dinghy 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Family member" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case family member = clansman.
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 CLANSMAN mean?

CLANSMAN noun
  1. A male member of a clan.

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