Cryptic crossword clue
Oil fellow’s put into seats 8

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "seats" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case seats = ottomans.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does OTTOMANS mean?

OTTOMANS noun
  1. An upholstered sofa, without arms or a back, sometimes with a compartment for storing linen, etc.
  2. A low stool or thick cushion used to rest the feet or as a seat.
  3. A fabric with a pronounced ribbed or corded effect, often made of silk or a mixture of cotton and silk-like yarns.

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