Cryptic crossword clue
Involving transmutation of racy pigs? 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Involving transmutation" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case involving transmutation = spagyric.
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What does SPAGYRIC mean?

SPAGYRIC noun
  1. A spagyrist.
SPAGYRIC adjective
  1. Pertaining to alchemy; alchemical, especially regarding medicine.

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