Cryptic crossword clue
Hide North Korean leader’s fiscal irregularity 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Hide" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case hide = calfskin.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does CALFSKIN mean?

CALFSKIN noun
  1. A fine leather made from the hide of a calf.

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