Cryptic crossword clue
Mad Enid hung around 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Mad" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case mad = unhinged.
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 UNHINGED mean?

UNHINGED verb
  1. To remove the leaf of a door or a window from its supporting hinges.
  2. To mentally disturb.
UNHINGED adjective
  1. (usually humorous) Mentally ill or unstable.
UNHINGED adjective
  1. Not furnished with a hinge.
  2. (of a stamp) Not having ever been mounted using a stamp hinge.

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