Cryptic crossword clue
Herb caught musical opening outside Los Angeles 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Herb" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case herb = cilantro.
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 CILANTRO mean?

CILANTRO noun
  1. The stems and leaves of the coriander plant, Coriandrum sativum, used as a seasoning and garnish in cooking.

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