Cryptic crossword clue
Metal top removed, needs red cross 8

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

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

INCENSED verb
  1. To anger or infuriate.
  2. To incite, stimulate.
  3. To offer incense to.
  4. To perfume with, or as with, incense.
  5. To set on fire; to inflame; to kindle; to burn.
INCENSED adjective
  1. Enraged; infuriated; spitefully or furiously angry.

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