Cryptic crossword clue
No silk is used in these protective garments 8

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

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What does OILSKINS mean?

OILSKINS noun
  1. A waterproof garment, made from oilskin, used especially at sea.

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