Cryptic crossword clue
Out of fun, lad in gargantuan take-off 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "take-off" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case take-off = unlading.
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.
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What does UNLADING mean?

UNLADING verb
  1. To unload.
  2. To disburden; take the burden from; relieve.
  3. To discharge the cargo from.
  4. To discharge a cargo; discharge a burden.
UNLADING noun
  1. The removal of cargo from a vessel.

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