Cryptic crossword clue
In French, “catacombs” translates into “secret passages” 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "translates into “secret passages”" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case translates into “secret passages” = encrypts.
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 ENCRYPTS mean?

ENCRYPTS verb
  1. To conceal information by means of a code or cipher.

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