Cryptic crossword clue
One could get word in this side street: bit of secrecy is needed 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "One could get word in this" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case one could get word in this = edgeways.
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 EDGEWAYS mean?

EDGEWAYS adjective
  1. With the edge facing in the direction of movement.
  2. With the edge uppermost.
EDGEWAYS adverb
  1. With the edge facing in the direction of movement.
  2. With the edge uppermost.
EDGEWAYS noun
  1. A form of railway in which the road is causewayed up to the level of the top of the flanges.

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