Cryptic crossword clue
Floodgate in enclosure with cattle 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Floodgate" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case floodgate = penstock.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does PENSTOCK mean?

PENSTOCK noun
  1. A sluice or pipe which allows the controlled flow of water from behind a dam, typically routing it to a turbine of a power plant.
  2. The barrel of a wooden pump.

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