Cryptic crossword clue
In Lhasa, must a saint raise oranges? 8

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

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

SATSUMAS noun
  1. A seedless and easy-peeling cultivar of mandarin orange of Japanese origin; Citrus unshiu.

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