Cryptic crossword clue
Musical compositions making the cat hide inside the torn coats 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "Musical compositions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case musical compositions = toccatas.
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 TOCCATAS mean?

TOCCATAS noun
  1. A piece of music (usually for a keyboard instrument) designed to emphasise the dexterity of the performer.

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