Cryptic crossword clue
Layer of paint that is soft at the edges and faded in the extreme 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "faded in the extreme" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case faded in the extreme = washiest.
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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does WASHIEST mean?

WASHIEST adjective
  1. Watery; damp; soft.
  2. Lacking substance or strength; weak; thin; dilute; feeble.
  3. Not firm or hardy; liable to sweat profusely with labour.

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