Cryptic crossword clue
Half out of uniform ointment on cut leg’s rough 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "rough" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rough = ungentle.
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 UNGENTLE mean?

UNGENTLE adjective
  1. Showing a lack of gentleness, kindness or compassion.
  2. Not acting according to accepted ethics or standards of behaviour.

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